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LitReading - Classic Short Stories
The Cats of Ulthar by H. P. Lovecraft
Oct 1, 2022
Explore the eerie prohibition on cat killings in Ulthar, mysterious disappearances and returns, unsettling events in the village, and the dark secrets hinting at a peculiar law. Uncover H.P. Lovecraft's financial struggles and legacy in the world of gothic horror stories.
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- The Cats of Ulthar portrays a chilling tale of dark wanderers and a remarkable law forbidding killing cats in Althar.
- Despite financial hardships, H.P. Lovecraft's gothic horror stories have become enduring classics in the genre.
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The Mystery of the Disappearing Cats
In the village of Althar, a mysterious caravan of dark wanderers arrives, led by a little boy named Menes with a cherished black kitten. When the kitten goes missing, villagers suspect the old cotter and his wife, known for their hatred of cats. As the villagers confront the couple, strange occurrences unfold, with all the cats disappearing from the village. Ultimately, the villagers discover the dark fate of the old man and his wife, leading to a remarkable law forbidding the killing of cats in Althar.
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