Mysteries of the Worm

Book excerpt: H.P. Lovecraft like his creation, Cthulhu never truly died. He and his influence live on, in the work of so many of us who were his friends and acolytes. Today we have reason for rejoicing in the widespread revival of his canonIf a volume such as this has any justification for it's existence, it's because Lovecraft's readers continue to search out stories which reflect his contribution to the field of fantasy [the tales in this book] represent a lifelong homage to HPL I hope you'll accept them for what they were and are a labor of love.-- Robert BlochThis third edition now includes the Robert Bloch short stories The Opener of the Way, The Eyes of the Mummy, Black Bargain, and Philtre Tip.This book is one in an expanding collection of Cthulhu Mythos horror fiction. Call of Cthulhu(R) fiction focuses on single entities, related topics, and authors significant to readers and fans of H. P. Lovecraft.Introduction by Robert M. PriceThe Secret in the TombThe Suicide in the StudyThe Shambler from the StarsThe Faceless GodThe Grinning GhoulThe Opener of the Way*The Dark DemonThe MannikinThe Brood of BubastisThe Creeper in the CryptThe Secret of SebekFane of the Black PharaohThe Eyes of the Mummy*The Sorcerer's JewelBlack Bargain*The Unspeakable BetrothalThe Shadow from the SteepleNotebook Found in a Deserted HouseTerror in Cut-throat CovePhiltre Tip*Afterword, by Robert BlochDemon-Dreaded Lore, an appreciation by Lin Carter