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Entre las ruinas de una antigua casa de Irlanda es encontrado el diario de un anciano que ocupó la vivienda junto a su hermana, sus animales de compañía y el recuerdo de un amor perdido. El diario relata la exploracion de una ciclopea caverna situada bajo la casa y la lucha del autor contra unos mounstruos semejantes a cerdos albinos que surgen de sus entrañas. De repente, en una secuencia visionaria, se ve inmerso en una dimension espacio-temporal alternativa y presencia un duplicado de la casa asentada sobre una vasta planicie desolada.

H. P. Lovecrafts essay "Supernatural Horror in Literature" describes the novel as "one of the most potent pieces of macabre imagination ever written". Clark Ashton Smith wrote of it that "In all literature, there are few works so sheerly remarkable, so purely creative, as The Night Land. Whatever faults this book may possess, however inordinate its length may seem, it impresses the reader as being the ultimate saga of a perishing cosmos, the last epic of a world beleaguered by eternal night and by the unvisageable spawn of darkness. Only a great poet could have conceived and written this story; and it is perhaps not illegitimate to wonder how much of actual prophecy may have been mingled with the poesy."

Detective stories in which the great Thomas Carnacki investigates the supernatural using scientific tools, such as photography, and tools that are augmented by theories of the supernatural, such as the electric pentacle, which uses vacuum tubes to repel supernatural forces.

En Los botes del «Glen Carrig» (1907), primera novela publicada por Hodgson, cuyo largo subtítulo descriptivo anticipa el estilo dieciochesco de esta narración, relata en forma de diario las desventu

This story helped propel 19th Century gothic fiction in the direction of cosmic horror. In fact, H.P. Lovecraft lists it as among his greatest influences. It begins simply enough: with two friends stumbling upon a ruined and curious house while vacationing in a remote village. After reading the tattered journal of the old recluse who lived there, they are shocked to discover an interdimensional, reality-bending nightmare full of nearly-indescribable horrors that range from demons, to bestial (somewhat Lovecraftian) monsters, and devastating parasitic fungal diseases. - Summary by jvanstan

The Sun has gone out and the Earth is lit only by the glow of residual vulcanism. The last few millions of the human race are gathered together in a gigantic metal pyramid, nearly eight miles high the Last Redoubt, under siege from unknown forces and Powers outside in the dark. These are held back by a Circle of Energy, known as the "air clog", powered from a subterranean energy source called the "Earth Current". For millennia, vast living shapesthe Watchershave waited in the darkness near the pyramid. It is thought they are waiting for the inevitable time when the Circles power finally weakens and dies. Other living things have been seen in the darkness beyond, some of unknown origins, and others that may once have been human. To leave the protection of the Circle means almost certain death, or worse an ultimate destruction of the soul. As the story commences, the narrator establishes mind contact with an inhabitant of another, forgotten Lesser Redoubt. First one expedition sets off to succor the inhabitants of the Lesser Redoubt, whose own Earth Current has been exhausted, only to meet with disaster. After that the narrator sets off alone into the darkness to find the girl he has made contact with, knowing now that she is the reincarnation of his past love. H. P. Lovecraft describes the novel as "one of the most potent pieces of macabre imagination ever written". Clark Ashton Smith wrote of it that "In all literature, there are few works so sheerly remarkable, so purely creative, as The Night Land.

This story helped propel 19th Century gothic fiction in the direction of cosmic horror. In fact, H.P. Lovecraft lists it as among his greatest influences. It begins simply enough: with two friends stumbling upon a ruined and curious house while vacationing in a remote village. After reading the tattered journal of the old recluse who lived there, they are shocked to discover an interdimensional, reality-bending nightmare full of nearly-indescribable horrors that range from demons, to bestial monsters, and devastating parasitic fungal diseases.

The Ghost Pirates is a powerful account of a doomed and haunted ship on its last voyage, and of the terrible sea-devils that besiege it and finally drag it down to an unknown fate. With its command of maritime knowledge, and its clever selection of hints and incidents suggestive of latent horrors in nature, this book at times reaches enviable peaks of power.

En la introducción a Los piratas fantasmas , W.H. Hodgson menciona que para él esta novela cerraba, tras Los botes del “Glen Carrig” y La casa en el confín de la Tierra , lo que podía considerar

The Ghost Pirates is a terrifying maritime horror novel by William Hope Hodgson, blending nautical realism with supernatural and cosmic terror. Set aboard a doomed ship sailing through cursed waters, the story unfolds as the crew encounters phantom vessels, invisible assailants, and forces beyond human comprehension. Hodgsons vivid sea knowledge enhances the realism while his imagination delivers relentless dread, making this novel a foundational work of maritime horror and early cosmic fiction. A must-read for fans of sea horror, Lovecraftian fiction, and classic supernatural adventure.

Carnacki, the Ghost-Finder introduces one of the earliest paranormal investigators in fiction. Combining occult knowledge with emerging scientific methods, Carnacki confronts haunted houses, cursed artifacts, and psychic disturbances. Hodgsons stories balance eerie atmosphere with investigative logic, influencing modern supernatural detective fiction. These classic tales remain compelling for readers who enjoy ghost hunting, occult mysteries, and rational approaches to the supernatural.

What if the ocean itself was haunted?First published in 1909, The Ghost Pirates by William Hope Hodgson is a haunting maritime horror novel that blends supernatural terror with the relentless power of the sea. Told through the eyes of a sailor aboard the doomed ship Mortzestus, the story unfolds as eerie shapes emerge from the ocean depthsshadows that stalk the vessel with silent, inhuman intent.As fear spreads among the crew, strange apparitions climb from the sea and claim the ship piece by piece. Hodgsons mastery of atmosphere turns isolation, darkness, and open water into a stage for cosmic dread, creating a sense of terror that is slow, inescapable, and unforgettable.This novel stands as one of the earliest and most influential works of nautical horror, foreshadowing later cosmic and supernatural fiction.Inside this eBook, youll experience:A chilling blend of sea adventure and supernatural horrorRelentless suspense set far from land and safetyEarly examples of cosmic dread and the unknownA foundational work of weird and maritime fictionAdmired by horror scholars and fans of classic supernatural literature, The Ghost Pirates remains essential reading for anyone drawn to eerie sea stories and early horror masterpieces.Sail into waters where terror waits beneath the waves. Buy now and experience one of the most unsettling sea horror novels ever written.

What happens when science confronts the supernatural?Carnacki, the Ghost-Finder introduces Thomas Carnacki, a pioneering occult detective who investigates hauntings using both ancient mysticism and cutting-edge technology. First published in the early twentieth century, these stories stand at the crossroads of horror, mystery, and early science fiction.From haunted houses and cursed rooms to unexplained apparitions, Carnacki approaches each case with calm intelligence, employing electrical devices, protective circles, and deep knowledge of the occult. Hodgsons unique blend of rational investigation and cosmic terror creates an atmosphere of creeping dread and intellectual suspense.This collection helped define the occult detective genre and influenced generations of supernatural fiction writers.Inside this eBook, youll explore:A series of chilling supernatural investigationsOne of fictions earliest occult detective heroesA blend of science, logic, and ancient mysticismClassic tales that shaped modern horror and weird fictionLong admired by fans of H.P. Lovecraftera horror and classic ghost stories, Carnacki, the Ghost-Finder remains essential reading for anyone fascinated by the unknown.Enter the case files of the supernatural. Buy now and experience one of the most influential occult fiction classics ever written.

Where science meets the supernatural.Carnacki, the Ghost-Finder by William Hope Hodgson introduces readers to Thomas Carnacki, an occult detective who investigates strange hauntings and unexplained phenomena using both ancient rituals and modern technology.Narrated through a series of chilling case accounts, these stories blend gothic horror, early science fiction, and detective fictioncreating an atmosphere of suspense, mystery, and eerie intrigue. From haunted houses to spectral forces beyond comprehension, Carnacki confronts the unknown with logic, courage, and specialized protective methods.Inside this complete edition, youll discover:Classic supernatural detective storiesEarly examples of occult investigation fictionAtmospheric gothic horrorA unique mix of mysticism and scientific reasoningA major influence on later horror and paranormal fiction, Carnacki, the Ghost-Finder remains a must-read for fans of classic ghost stories and early supernatural thrillers.Add this chilling and imaginative collection to your library today.

Alone on the open sea with something unseen watching.The Ghost Pirates by William Hope Hodgson is a haunting maritime horror novel that blends nautical adventure with creeping supernatural dread.Told through the firsthand account of sailor Jessop, the story unfolds aboard the merchant ship Mortzestus, where strange and terrifying events begin to occur. Unseen forces move in the darkness. Crew members vanish without explanation. An invisible, otherworldly presence seems to surround the vessel.With masterful suspense and atmospheric tension, Hodgson creates a gripping tale of:Supernatural terror on the high seasIsolation and psychological fearThe unknown lurking beyond human understandingEarly cosmic and nautical horrorWidely regarded as a landmark in early horror fiction, The Ghost Pirates helped shape the evolution of supernatural and maritime horror literature.Perfect for readers who enjoy classic ghost stories, sea adventures, and eerie psychological suspense.Add this unforgettable nautical horror classic to your collection today.

Tras la desaparición del escritor William H. Hodgson,fulminado por un proyectil de artillería en la I Guerra Mundial,podría decirse que sólo conocían su obra un puñado de devotos lectores.Redescubierta años despues por el maestro del genero H.P. Lovecraft,la obra de Hodgson ha ido ganando adeptos entre los aficionadosa la literatura de horror, y ha sido traducida a numerosos idiomas.El lector puede encontrar las novelas de HodgsonLos botes del Glen Carrig, La casa en el confin de la Tierray Los piratas fantasmas en TRILOGIA DEL ABISMO (GOT 58)y sus relatos de terror en el mar Los mares grises sueñancon mi muerte (GOT 82) en esta misma coleccion.EL REINO DE LA NOCHE (1912) cuyo texto publicamos completopor primera vez en castellano es una extensa narracion sobre el futuroinfinitamente remoto de la Tierra, dentro de miles de millones de años,tras la extincion del sol, y esta contada como si fueranlos sueños de un hombre del siglo XVIILa novela narra las desventuras de la ultima saga de un cosmosagonizante, de la epica resistencia de un mundo asediadopor la noche eterna y por el imparable ascenso de las tinieblas.Segun el escritor de genero Clark Ashton Smith, solo un gran poetapodria haber concebido y escrito esta historia.En El horror sobrenatural en la literaturaLovecraft afirmaba que E...