May 27, 2024 • 12 mins
This in-depth podcast explores the origins and foundations of the horror genre through the lives and works of three pioneering authors - Edgar Allan Poe, Mary Shelley, and H.P. Lovecraft. It provides biographical details, analyzes their seminal works like The Tell-Tale Heart, Frankenstein, and The Call of Cthulhu, and examines the common themes, narrative techniques, and enduring legacy of these classic horror stories. From psychological terror to cosmic dread, the article dives deep into how these masters of the macabre crafted tales that continue to influence and shape horror literature today.
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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