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The Pale Mansion is a Cosmic Horror story intended as both a tribute to Howard Philips Lovecraft and as a light polemic with his writing, written by a professional translator and longtime Lovecraft fan.
It is available on Amazon online bookstore in kindle format.
The Story
Recounted from the first person perspective, The Pale Mansion tells the story of one Arthur Bollingham, an heir to the eponymous estate. As the young man will soon find out, the Pale Mansion is not just any old house, and living there might not be as healthy as in other places of the country.
The Characters
One of the reasons The Pale Mansion came into being in the first place was dissatisfaction with H.P.L's protagonists. The story endeavours to present characters with distinct personalities, who differ from each other and have rather more depth than was a standard for Lovecraft. They vary in temperament, knowledge and skills, a fact which might influence their fates greatly :
Arthur Bollingham - an economist in his late twenties, Arthur is the heir to the Pale Mansion and narrator of the story. He is a level-headed, rather conventional young man, fond of symmetry and observing proprieties.
Quincey Hartman - a physician and Arthur's best friend, Mr. Hartman is much less strict in his demeanour. He likes a good laugh, long walks, big glasses of port and dogs.
Sarah Noyes - Arthur's cousin, a young lady of impeccable if rather dull upbringing. She is intent on providing her cousin with company, such as she might offer.
The Place
Most of the recounted events take place in the eponymous house, the building itself being placed somewhere in the "Lovecraft Country" we all know and love. The estate is situated near Providence, Rhode Island, but excessive landmarking and descriptions have been avoided, on purpose. The real stage of events is, and has always been, the human mind.
Enjoy your stay around the Realm of R'lyeh, Investigator. You might want to write us about your experiences, lest your knowledge dies with you...
