The call of Cthulhu
- First published
- 1999
- Reading level
- Plain English
- Price
- Free
About the book
"The Call of Cthulhu" by H. P. Lovecraft is a cosmic horror short story written in 1926 and published in 1928. After inheriting his grand-uncle's mysterious notes, Francis Wayland Thurston pieces together a terrifying puzzle involving disturbing dreams, ancient cults, and a monstrous entity called Cthulhu. His investigation leads him across continents, from New Orleans rituals to a nightmare city on an uncharted island, where something immense and ancient awaits. As Thurston uncovers the truth, he realizes he may become the next target.
- Horror tales
- Cthulhu (Fictitious character)
Updated September 2026. Public domain in the USA. Text and summary from Project Gutenberg eBook #68283. The call of Cthulhu on Wikipedia.
