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The Case of Charles Dexter Ward

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Horror Fiction Classics Fantasy Mystery & Thriller

by H.P. Lovecraft

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4.20 (10.2K ratings)
calendar_today 1941
description 127 pages

The Case of Charles Dexter Ward by H.P. Lovecraft holds a highly rated rating of 4.20 out of 5, based on 10.2K reader ratings. First published in 1941. The book spans 127 pages.

About The Case of Charles Dexter Ward

Incantations of black magic unearthed unspeakable horrors in Providence, Rhode Island. Evil spirits are being resurrected from beyond the grave, a supernatural force so twisted that it kills without offering the mercy of death!

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Author H.P. Lovecraft
Published 1941
Pages 127
Genres Horror, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy, Mystery & Thriller
Average Rating 4.20 / 5.00
Total Ratings 10,153

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

4.2
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10.2K ratings
With a rating of 4.20, The Case of Charles Dexter Ward is rated near the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 3.96, it performs above expectations.

How It Compares

4.20
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3.96
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4.17
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Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Case of Charles Dexter Ward?

The Case of Charles Dexter Ward is categorized as Horror, Fiction, Classics, Fantasy. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.

Is The Case of Charles Dexter Ward worth reading?

Based on 10.2K reader ratings, The Case of Charles Dexter Ward has an average score of 4.20 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."

How many pages is The Case of Charles Dexter Ward?

The Case of Charles Dexter Ward has 127 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote The Case of Charles Dexter Ward?

The Case of Charles Dexter Ward was written by H.P. Lovecraft. It was first published in 1941.

What is the ISBN for The Case of Charles Dexter Ward?

The ISBN-13 for The Case of Charles Dexter Ward is 9780345354910.0.

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