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The Call of Cthulhu

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Horror Classics Fiction Fantasy Science Fiction

by H.P. Lovecraft

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4.05 (17.2K ratings)
calendar_today 1928
description 43 pages

The Call of Cthulhu by H.P. Lovecraft holds a highly rated rating of 4.05 out of 5, based on 17.2K reader ratings. First published in 1928. The book spans 43 pages.

About The Call of Cthulhu

One of the feature stories of the Cthulhu Mythos, H.P. Lovecraft's 'the Call of Cthulhu' is a harrowing tale of the weakness of the human mind when confronted by powers and intelligences from beyond our world.

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Author H.P. Lovecraft
Published 1928
Pages 43
Genres Horror, Classics, Fiction, Fantasy, Science Fiction
Average Rating 4.05 / 5.00
Total Ratings 17,199

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

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17.2K ratings
With a rating of 4.05, The Call of Cthulhu is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.96, it performs on par.

How It Compares

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4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Call of Cthulhu?

The Call of Cthulhu is categorized as Horror, Classics, Fiction, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Call of Cthulhu worth reading?

Based on 17.2K reader ratings, The Call of Cthulhu has an average score of 4.05 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is The Call of Cthulhu?

The Call of Cthulhu has 43 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote The Call of Cthulhu?

The Call of Cthulhu was written by H.P. Lovecraft. It was first published in 1928.

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