How did Lovecraft decide to blend gothic atmosphere with cosmic horror in this story?
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How did Lovecraft decide to blend gothic atmosphere with cosmic horror in this story?
Am I the only one who felt the protagonist's descent into madness was both terrifying and tragic?
Did anyone else feel the story's portrayal of witchcraft and the supernatural was rooted in Lovecraft’s own fears?