| Author |
Various |
| Editor |
Hornig, Charles D., 1916-1999 |
| Title |
The Fantasy Fan , Volume 2, Number 1, September 1934
The Fan's Own Magazine
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 69.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Fantasy Fan, Volume 2, Number 1, September 1934" by Various is a monthly magazine that caters to fans of fantasy literature, published during the early 20th century. This particular issue serves as a celebration of the magazine's first anniversary and is notable for its fan-centric approach, presenting articles, columns, and poetry contributed by enthusiasts of the genre. The main focus is on discussing and critiquing the works of influential authors in the fantasy and horror domains, reflecting the growing popularity of these genres during this time. The content of this issue features an extensive installment of H.P. Lovecraft's "Supernatural Horror in Literature," which delves into the history and influence of weird and supernatural tales throughout literature. Additionally, it includes poetry from varying authors that captures the essence of horror and fantasy. The magazine serves as a platform for both established and emerging writers, encouraging fan contributions and providing updates on the latest happenings in the fantasy literature community. Overall, "The Fantasy Fan" is a rich tapestry of fan engagement, showcasing the collaborative spirit that characterized early speculative fiction and its vibrant community. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
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| Subject |
Fantasy fiction -- History and criticism -- Periodicals
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| Subject |
Fan magazines
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| Subject |
Fantasy fiction -- Periodicals
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64938 |
| Release Date |
Mar 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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