De Profundis (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

De Profundis (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) PDF

Author: H. de Vere Stacpoole

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2015-02-17

Total Pages: 33

ISBN-13: 1473399599

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This early work by H. de Vere Stacpoole was originally published in 1917 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'De Profundis' is a short story of a voyage from Hong Kong to fix a broken cable that results in an encounter with a creature of the deep. Henry De Vere Stacpoole was born on April 9th 1863 in Kingstown, Ireland. Stacpoole's writing career started with the publication of 'The Intended' in 1894, but his most famous work is 'The Blue Lagoon', a romance novel published in 1908. The book was met with critical acclaim and was adapted to film twenty times in twelve years. The subsequent years proved to be Stacpoole's most prolific with a number of works being published in quick succession, 'Pierrot' in 1896, and 'Death, the Knight, and the Lady' in 1897. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

In the Abyss (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

In the Abyss (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) PDF

Author: H. G. Wells

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2015-02-17

Total Pages: 32

ISBN-13: 1473399645

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This early work by H. G. Wells was originally published in 1896 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'In the Abyss' is a short story about deep sea exploring and the strange creatures that inhabit the unknown depths. Herbert George Wells was born in Bromley, England in 1866. He apprenticed as a draper before becoming a pupil-teacher at Midhurst Grammar School in West Sussex. Some years later, Wells won a scholarship to the School of Science in London, where he developed a strong interest in biology and evolution, founding and editing the Science Schools Journal. However, he left before graduating to return to teaching, and began to focus increasingly on writing. It was in 1895 that Wells seriously established himself as a writer, with the publication of the now iconic novel, The Time Machine. Wells followed The Time Machine with the equally well-received War of the Worlds (1898), which proved highly popular in the USA. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

The Cave of Horror (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

The Cave of Horror (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) PDF

Author: S. P. Meek

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2015-02-17

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 1473399890

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This early work by S. P. Meek was originally published in 1930 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Cave of Horror' is a short story about an unseen creature lurking in Mammoth Cave. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

From the Darkness and the Depths (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

From the Darkness and the Depths (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) PDF

Author: Morgan Robertson

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2015-02-17

Total Pages: 39

ISBN-13: 1473399793

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This early work by Morgan Robertson was originally published in 1913 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'From the Darkness and the Depths' is a short story about a aged former seaman who tells the tale of his last voyage near the eruption of Krakatoa and the unseen creature that terrorised the ship. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

Last of the Race (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Last of the Race (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) PDF

Author: William Fryer Harvey

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2015-02-17

Total Pages: 18

ISBN-13: 147337006X

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This early work by William Fryer Harvey was originally published in 1910 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'Last of the Race' is a short story about an illusive species of bird. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

The Ancient Horror (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

The Ancient Horror (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) PDF

Author: Hal Grant

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2015-02-17

Total Pages: 50

ISBN-13: 1473399688

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This early work by Hal Grant was originally published in 1928 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'The Ancient Horror' is a short story in which a man relays his tale of coming face to face with a monster. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

Manmat'ha (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Manmat'ha (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) PDF

Author: Charles De Kay

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2015-02-17

Total Pages: 30

ISBN-13: 1473399424

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This early work by Charles De Kay was originally published in 1876 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'Manmat'ha' is a short story about a the discovery of strange beings not known to exist. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

¿pyornis Island (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

¿pyornis Island (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) PDF

Author: H. G. Wells

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2015-02-17

Total Pages: 26

ISBN-13: 1473399629

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This early work by H. G. Wells was originally published in 1894 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. '¿pyornis Island' is a short story about a curious eggs from an unknown species. Herbert George Wells was born in Bromley, England in 1866. He apprenticed as a draper before becoming a pupil-teacher at Midhurst Grammar School in West Sussex. Some years later, Wells won a scholarship to the School of Science in London, where he developed a strong interest in biology and evolution, founding and editing the Science Schools Journal. However, he left before graduating to return to teaching, and began to focus increasingly on writing. It was in 1895 that Wells seriously established himself as a writer, with the publication of the now iconic novel, The Time Machine. Wells followed The Time Machine with the equally well-received War of the Worlds (1898), which proved highly popular in the USA. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

Vampires of the Desert (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Vampires of the Desert (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) PDF

Author: A. Hyatt Verrill

Publisher: Read Books Ltd

Published: 2015-02-17

Total Pages: 70

ISBN-13: 1473399238

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This early work by A. Hyatt Verrill was originally published in 1929 and we are now republishing it with a brand new introductory biography as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'Vampires of the Desert' is a short story about a paleontologist that discovers an mysterious ancient creature that was sucking the blood from its victims. Alpheus Hyatt Verrill was born in 1871. A graduate of Yale University, he wrote on a variety of topics, ranging from natural history and whaling to juvenile adventures and science fiction. Over the course of his career, he produced some 115 books. However, he was probably best known the travelogues he penned while exploring the Americas and the Caribbean. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.

Out of the Dreadful Depths (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures)

Out of the Dreadful Depths (Cryptofiction Classics - Weird Tales of Strange Creatures) PDF

Author: C. D. Willard

Publisher:

Published: 2013-07-26

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13: 9781473307735

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This early work by C. D. Willard was originally published in 1930 and we are now republishing it as part of our Cryptofiction Classics series. 'Out of the Dreadful Depths' is a short story about a man called Robert Thorpe who goes to investigate a nameless horror that is sucking all the life out of ships in the South Pacific. The Cryptofiction Classics series contains a collection of wonderful stories from some of the greatest authors in the genre, including Ambrose Bierce, Arthur Conan Doyle, Robert Louis Stevenson, and Jack London. From its roots in cryptozoology, this genre features bizarre, fantastical, and often terrifying tales of mythical and legendary creatures. Whether it be giant spiders, werewolves, lake monsters, or dinosaurs, the Cryptofiction Classics series offers a fantastic introduction to the world of weird creatures in fiction.