Not only did this story evoke mystery and horror, but it also provides a brief lesson in chemistry. This story also gives the reader a good idea of what rural life was like in America before The First World War.
The descriptions of Mrs. Gardner's deterioration are some of the best and most disturbing instances of horror fiction I've ever read. When I'm introducing someone to Lovecraft, I always start with this story and The Haunter of the Dark.
@@jansendwan1221 I remembee finding them on public library websites, this was an audiobook collection of the most famous Lovecraft stories. I can't remember his name or the collection name tho :( Edit: I believe it was called tales of HP Lovecraft
I reckon I have read and reread this at least 5 times when I read the three full omnibus of his works . This being my first audio book . And each time the chil and goosebumps physical reaction seems to incrementally increase. Only Brian Lumley ( The Necroscop novels and added work s that touch upon and extend the Cthulhu mythos.) can begin to approach the baroque master of 19th century horror . Lovecraft's craft is sublime genius .
@@puglord6349 So is Wayne June the one that does the majority of the other ones? I think I might have them mixed up. The one that narrates CThulu, The Tomb, Under the Pyramids, and all the other great ones; is that June? Because that guy is my favorite.
@@LigneBrisee Not sure who you mean that does the majority, most stories have been narrated by several different people over the years. Almost all of the ones with the picture of HP Lovecraft infront of a brick wall, are narrated by Conrad Feininger. I rarely listen to other ones, as I prefer the monotonous narration, with serious accents reserved for important characters and no music or forced drama. Old timey sound quality too, as they were all recorded on tape. Wayne June is a much more recent narrator, who did an excellent job in the Lovecraftian game: Darkest Dungeon. Should be easy to find June online as he is quite popular, I think he has his own YT channel too.
I think they were referring to whoever read, for example, The Nameless City or Dagon, as they both sound recorded on cassette and both have a monotone voice.
Heroic, greatest phenomenon of actuality inspiration to My Novelist Upcoming Career: inspired by him, I am PAUL LEE MIDDLETON OF MY MANUSCRIPT; Nazarene Valley, Bind Bound Hidebound TRUE-LIFE story volume one by Me PAUL LEE MIDDLETON, inspired by HIM.
This is the perfect voice for this book!!
It reminds me of the voice that reads the Necronomicon in Evil Dead
I wish he read lovecrafts entire library
@@felixgotrek1he reads a good amount of it
Not only did this story evoke mystery and horror, but it also provides a brief lesson in chemistry. This story also gives the reader a good idea of what rural life was like in America before The First World War.
The descriptions of Mrs. Gardner's deterioration are some of the best and most disturbing instances of horror fiction I've ever read. When I'm introducing someone to Lovecraft, I always start with this story and The Haunter of the Dark.
This is my pick for the scariest Lovecraft story.
It was Lovecraft's favorite story that he wrote.
Great pick !
Definitely think so too.
One of Lovecraft’s best. Great audiobook!
The best story by Lovecraft in my opinion
God , I love this story! Might be my absolute favorite.
This is the best reading of it
Definitely. All the others I could find were just off putting.
This guy is very much my favorite. 8 knew his name once upon a time. I looked everywhere for downloadable versions.
@@jansendwan1221 I remembee finding them on public library websites, this was an audiobook collection of the most famous Lovecraft stories. I can't remember his name or the collection name tho :(
Edit: I believe it was called tales of HP Lovecraft
@@jansendwan1221Conrad Feiniger
@coconutsmarties7916 thank you!!
I reckon I have read and reread this at least 5 times when I read the three full omnibus of his works .
This being my first audio book .
And each time the chil and goosebumps physical reaction seems to incrementally increase.
Only Brian Lumley ( The Necroscop novels and added work s that touch upon and extend the Cthulhu mythos.) can begin to approach the baroque master of 19th century horror .
Lovecraft's craft is sublime genius .
God bless Lovecraft
Elder God?
Are you sheer about that
Great story by a great man 🙂🙂🙂🙂
well..
He was not… nvm
I was hoping there'd be a Wayne June reading of this on TH-cam - thanks!
it's actually Conrad Feininger
@@coaiemandushman1079 Oh, OK - thanks
Thank you❤
This is _sooo_ much better than the movie.
Nick Cage
A truly unique writer.Go thou to H.P.Lovecraft and shudder.
A fantastic reading absolutely ruined by the stupid ads. Totally ruins the immersion.
Reminds me of Satan’s divine mercy vortex (Mt 6: 7; 24: 24) I was caught up in
Fire of Satan since Vatican II wild, I gotta join SSPX
Bella ludo
ALL GOOD, MY OLD PALL HPL. X
24:49
Who's the guy reading this?
Wayne June.
It is Conrad Feininger, I also thought it was Wayne June until recently
@@puglord6349 So is Wayne June the one that does the majority of the other ones? I think I might have them mixed up. The one that narrates CThulu, The Tomb, Under the Pyramids, and all the other great ones; is that June? Because that guy is my favorite.
@@LigneBrisee Not sure who you mean that does the majority, most stories have been narrated by several different people over the years. Almost all of the ones with the picture of HP Lovecraft infront of a brick wall, are narrated by Conrad Feininger. I rarely listen to other ones, as I prefer the monotonous narration, with serious accents reserved for important characters and no music or forced drama. Old timey sound quality too, as they were all recorded on tape. Wayne June is a much more recent narrator, who did an excellent job in the Lovecraftian game: Darkest Dungeon. Should be easy to find June online as he is quite popular, I think he has his own YT channel too.
I think they were referring to whoever read, for example, The Nameless City or Dagon, as they both sound recorded on cassette and both have a monotone voice.
What is this book about before I listen to it?
Lovecraft books usually have to deal with monster like gods interfering with human lives. But this is a really basic summary
Horror. Cosmic horror
@@turtleanton6539 Oh ok thank you!
Space rock infects water supply, with cosmic sickness, hilarity ensues.
35:40
Quabbin
Heroic, greatest phenomenon of actuality inspiration to My Novelist Upcoming Career: inspired by him, I am PAUL LEE MIDDLETON OF MY MANUSCRIPT; Nazarene Valley, Bind Bound Hidebound TRUE-LIFE story volume one by Me PAUL LEE MIDDLETON, inspired by HIM.
Is this the scientology guy?
No thats elron hubbart
L. Ron Hubbard
He was a remarkable sci-fi writer.
No
No
This is the racist guy. 🤷♂️