H.P. Lovecraft stuff.

If anyone knows the work of H.P. Lovecraft, I've heard that a lot of his stories were given to him by real life monsters and supernatural spirits. The gods and creatures in his works were sent to him spiritually and are actually real.

I can't say I believe it - but it still could make for an interesting topic. If what is real and what is not is all based on who believes it, could a story like this actually happen?

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Josh1454 · M

I do enjoy his works. The racist undertones were hard to deal with but I like the cosmic horror genre is so good.

helenS · 36-40, F

@Josh1454 I read some of his work, and I never felt he was particularly racist; not beyond what was usual at the time.

Josh1454 · M

@helenS most of his works that is true. There were a few where it was a little harder. Nothing crazy for that time just unfortunate. Still love cosmic horror.

helenS · 36-40, F

@Josh1454 Nice to meet a man who admires Lovecraft's work! 🌷

ReaperLinda · F

@Josh1454 - I get the racist part and that is unfortunate. But I believe that was pretty common at the time. Not saying it was right, but common.