The King in Yellow by Robert W. Chambers Paperback Book 9781513267524

The King in Yellow is a premier collection of horror fiction consisting of 10 short stories with similar styles or concepts shaped by early mythology Half the tales highlight an infamous play thats rumored to invoke fear paranoia and madness within its readersThe first four stories feature a quotyellowquot theme tied to the play a specific symbol or supernatural force quotThe Repairer of Reputationsquot quotThe Maskquot quotIn the Court of the Dragonquot and quotThe Yellow Signquot have a strong connection due to a shared motif and macabre tone The books other entries subvert expectations by shifting focus to less mythical topics like war and romance Each setting varies with action occurring in either America or Europe More than 100 years after its release The King in Yellow is considered an essential work of horror fiction Chambers chilling prose and intricate worldbuilding has made it a favorite among scholars and genre fans alike Its reach spans multiple mediums including television and film making it one of the most influential books of alltime With an eyecatching new cover and professionally typeset manuscript this edition of The King in Yellow is both modern and readable