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      The Case of Charles Dexter Ward

      by H.P. Lovecraft
      Published
      Jan 1982
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      "The Case of Charles Dexter Ward" is a horror novella by H.P. Lovecraft, published in 1941. The story follows Charles Dexter Ward, who becomes obsessed with his ancestor, an 18th-century occultist named Joseph Curwen. Ward conducts dangerous experiments in an attempt to resurrect Curwen, leading to a terrifying climax. Lovecraft's writing is atmospheric, exploring themes such as obsession, forbidden knowledge, and morality. The novella is considered a classic of horror literature.

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      Graphic Novel Horror Science Fiction

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