This elegant hardback edition presents H. P. Lovecraft's classic short stories, featuring deluxe cover embossing and gilded page edges. In this volume are collected H. P. Lovecraft's earliest stories that have their own unique qualities that sets them apart from the better known Cthulhu mythos. The strong influence of Edgar Allen Poe on these stories comes through to create a series of terrifying tales. Ranging from the petrifying Dagon to the playful parody of Ibid., the Macabre Stories provide a fascinating introduction to the classic horror writer. This handsome pocket gift edition has real collector's appeal, featuring a facsimile of Lovecraft's signature on the title page, silver gilded page edges and beautifully designed endpapers. Part of the Arcturus Ornate Classics series this book makes wonderful gift or collectible for any lover of classic literature. ABOUT THE SERIES: Arcturus Ornate Classics are beautifully bound editions of iconic literary works across history. These compact, foil-embossed hardbacks are printed using deluxe ivory paper and make the perfect gift.