H.P. Lovecraft in popular culture : the works and their adaptations in film, television, comics, music, and games / Don G. Smith.

Author/creator Smith, Don G., 1950-
Format Book
Publication InfoJefferson, N.C. : McFarland & Co., ©2006.
Descriptionix, 173 pages ; 23 cm
Supplemental ContentTable of contents
Subjects
Lovecraft, H. P. (Howard Phillips), 1890-1937--Adaptations. --History and criticism.
Lovecraft, H. P. (Howard Phillips), 1890-1937--Television adaptations.
Lovecraft, H. P. (Howard Phillips), 1890-1937--Film adaptations.
Lovecraft, H. P. (Howard Phillips), 1890-1937--Appreciation.
Lovecraft, H. P. (Howard Phillips), 1890-1937--Influence.
Horror tales, American--History and criticism.
Popular culture--History. --20th century.
Horror films--History and criticism.
Cthulhu (Fictitious character)
Horror in mass media.

Contents The writings of H.P. Lovecraft -- The Cthulhu Mythos -- Films based on Lovecraft's works -- Films suggested or influenced by Lovecraft's works -- Lovecraft on television -- Lovecraft in comic books -- Music inspired by Lovecraft -- Roleplaying Lovecraft -- The Lovecraft legacy.
Abstract "This scholarly study highlights Lovecraft's profound impact on 20th century popular culture. Early chapters introduce his complete writings, providing an annotated bibliography of the author's horror and science fiction tales. The works are discussed in the context of the Cthulhu Mythos, an invented mythology centering on ancient and alien beings interacting with the terrestrial world"--Provided by publisher.
Bibliography noteIncludes bibliographical references (p. 167-168 ) and index.
LCCN 2005020847
ISBN078642091X (pbk. : alk. paper)

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