Creep, Shadow!
Abraham Merritt
Sep 2022 · DigiCat
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In 'Creep, Shadow!', Abraham Merritt masterfully blends elements of epic fantasy with a tapestry of science and sorcery that challenges the bounds of the imagination. Within its pages, the prose weaves a tale of adventure and otherworldly mystery, where Merritt uses his narrative to explore themes of life, death, and the eternal struggle between light and dark. Merritt's literary style, enriched with vivid descriptions and a deep undercurrent of philosophical musing, situates the novel in an intriguing niche that fits comfortably between pulp fiction and high fantasy, resonating with the works of his contemporaries in the realms of speculative fiction. In the world of early 20th-century fantasy literature, Abraham Merritt stands as a luminary. His proclivity for the fantastic and ability to marry scientific concepts with magical realism arguably stem from his background in journalism and his fervent passion for the archaeological and anthropological curiosities of his time. These interests manifest in 'Creep, Shadow!', where Merritt's deep-seated fascination with ancient cultures and the mysteries of the human psyche inform the rich tapestry of his narrative. 'Recommended for lovers of classic fantasy, 'Creep, Shadow!' offers an escape into a realm where the boundaries of science and magic blur. Readers seeking an intellectually stimulating adventure will find Merritt's work both compelling and thought-provoking, with its unique blend of action, introspection, and a fascination with the metaphysical. It stands as a testament to Merritt's enduring legacy in shaping the genre and serves as a fine example of the early 20th-century science-fantasy tradition.
About the author
Abraham Merritt (1884–1943), known by his byline A. Merritt, was an American editor and writer of speculative fiction during the early 20th century. Heralding from Beverly, New Jersey, Merritt built a reputation as a master of the fantasy genre, his works characterized by meticulous imagination and an affinity for the otherworldly. Best recognized for his lush landscapes and the complex mythologies he constructed, his literary style often delved into archaic language, which lent an otherworldly and ancient feel to his narratives. Merritt's career blossomed alongside his work as an assistant editor and later editor of The American Weekly magazine. Despite a demanding editorial career, Merritt became influential in the realm of speculative fiction, producing novels and stories that reached a wide audience. One of his notable works includes 'Creep, Shadow!' (1934), a dark fantasy novel which follows the continuation of 'Burn, Witch, Burn!' (1932) and showcases Merritt's characteristic amalgam of horror and fantasy. This novel, like much of his work, explores the intricacies of fear, the supernatural, and the boundaries of human understanding. Merritt's contribution to the fantasy genre has been considerable; his intricate world-building and narrative style anticipated and influenced the development of contemporary fantasy literature. Although not as widely remembered today as some of his contemporaries, Merritt's legacy endures in the homage paid by later authors and the continued interest in his visionary work among aficionados of classic fantasy.
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