The Thing on the Doorstep

In his chilling novella "The Thing on the Doorstep," H.P. Lovecraft masterfully intertwines elements of gothic horror with cosmic dread, exploring themes of identity, the occult, and human vulnerability. The narrative revolves around the protagonist, Daniel Upton, who grapples with his wife Asenath's sinister lineage and her unsettling ability to manipulate the dead. Lovecraft employs an atmospher...