The Fantasy Fan, January 1934 by Various

"The Fantasy Fan, January 1934" by Various is a collection of fantasy and science fiction writings published during the early 20th century. This magazine, edited by Charles D. Hornig, serves as a platform for fans of weird fiction, featuring stories, articles, and discussions that explore various themes and trends within the genre. The likely topic of this publication revolves around the appreciation and exploration of fantasy fiction, promoting interaction among its readers and enthusiasts. The content of this issue includes an intriguing short story titled "The Ghoul" by Clark Ashton Smith, which tells the haunting tale of Noureddin Hassan, a man forced into a horrific pact with a ghoul in order to protect the corpse of his deceased wife. The narrative unfolds as Noureddin is compelled to kill seven people to satisfy the ghoul's demands, leading to moral reflections on honor and guilt. It also features columns discussing the state of science fiction in magazines, debates on the merits of weird literature, and the significance of various fantasy works. Through letters from readers and editorials, the magazine fosters a sense of community among fans while showcasing the imaginative possibilities of fantasy literature during its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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Author Various
Editor Hornig, Charles D., 1916-1999
Title The Fantasy Fan, January 1934
The Fans' Own Magazine
Credits Produced by Greg Weeks and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net
Reading Level Reading ease score: 69.0 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Fantasy fiction -- History and criticism -- Periodicals
Subject Fan magazines
Subject Fantasy fiction -- Periodicals
Category Text
eBook-No. 46615
Release Date
Last Update Oct 24, 2024
Copyright Public domain in the USA.
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