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Devils & Demons, collected and edited by Marvin Kaye, is a sprawling anthology of horror folklore and speculative fiction. The volume assembles more than 60 short stories, novellas, and poems from a wide range of writers spanning the 19th and 20th centuries. Included are iconic pieces such as H.P. Lovecraft’s "The Hound," Robert Louis Stevenson’s "Markheim," and Bram Stoker’s "The Burial of the Rats," alongside modern contributions by authors like Dick Baldwin and Jay Sheckley. The collection showcases diverse strands of terror—from supernatural monsters and demonic bargains to psychological dread—offering readers a varied and historically rich exploration of the horror genre.
First publish date: 1987
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Marvin Kaye
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