Originally published in 1895, Robert W. Chambers' The King in Yellow is a marvel of supernatural fiction that has influenced a number of writers in the genre, most notably H. P. Lovecraft. Its powerful combination of horror and lyrical prose has made it a classic, a masterpiece of weird fiction that endures to this day.
There is a book that is shrouded in mystery. Some even say it's a myth. Within its pages is a play—one that brings madness and despair to all who read it. It is the play of the King in Yellow, and it will haunt you for the rest of your days.
The King in Yellow is a collection of stories interwoven loosely by the elements of the play, including the central figure himself.
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“There can be no doubt
that the book is a classic of the fantasy/supernatural genre…In essence, the
book is a collection of short stories written in an elegant, witty, and often
disturbing style…Chambers’ remarkable book which you hold in your hands remains
as powerful as it did when first published.”
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David Stuart Davies, award-winning playwright, author, and editor