The Terrible Old Man, H.P. Lovecraft
The Terrible Old Man, H.P. Lovecraft
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The Terrible Old Man

Author: H.P. Lovecraft

Narrator: Adriel Brandt

Unabridged: 7 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 07/01/2018

Categories: Fiction, Classic


Synopsis

A lot happens in this very short story by H.P. Lovecraft, but it begins as the title might lend itself to imagine – with a terrible old man. As three thieves find out about this old man’s treasures, they decide to visit with the man with the intent to steal his riches. Their plan goes horribly
wrong when one of the three hears screaming from the getaway car. When he enters the house, he finds the hideous, yellow-eyed man staring evilly at him, waiting to usher in his doom.  

Reviews

Goodreads review by Peter on June 10, 2019

Three man plan to rob an old fragile man who went to sea as a young man and who lives as a recluse. Is he really that defenceless as it seems? Rumour is he talks to bottles he has given a name to. One of the robbers wonders why his two colleagues need so much time... a very interesting and eerie sto......more

Goodreads review by Chantal on July 18, 2020

Can a story be too descriptive? Yes, it can be and this is that descriptive story. The story is okay, but I would have liked it more if it was toned down with the words.......more

Goodreads review by Juli on April 22, 2019

Espeluznante......more

Goodreads review by Jonathan on January 13, 2022

That special Lovecraftian stamp isn't found in 'The Terrible Old Man' which makes it even more special? I would like to know more about this terrible old man.......more

Goodreads review by José on February 28, 2020

There's an extremely obvious element of xenophobia and racism in The Terrible Old Man. H. P. Lovecraft has been the object of much criticism and discussion due to his more or less evident 'prejudices' regarding race and ethnicity. I for one try to separate the author's personal life from his works.......more