The philosophy of H.P. Lovecraft
Subtitle: the route to horror
By: Timo Airaksinen.
Series: New studies in aesthetics ;; vol. 29
Publisher: Peter Lang; Lang Publishing, Incorporated, Peter
Published: 1999
Place of publication: New York
Language: eng
Number of pages: 251
Subjects: Lovecraft, H. P. 1890-1937 -- Philosophy.; Horror tales, American -- History and criticism.; Philosophy in literature.; Aesthetics, American.
Description: H. P. Lovecraft (1890-1937) was a great horror writer, correspondent, and philosopher. This book focuses on his stories, texts, and ideas. It attempts to make sense of their underlying unity. The main themes are value nihilism, cosmicism, the language of the unsayable, and the tension between science and magic. Special attention is paid to Lovecraft's style, which is shown to be an essential aspect of his creativity. Lovecraft was also an interesting person whose life is documented in his many letters.

This book unifies the biographical, fictional, and philosophical dimensions of Lovecraft's writings.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 243-247) and index.