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The eater of darkness

Pages
144
Published
1959
Language
English

Synopsis

In 1920s Paris, a man named Gideon is haunted by a mysterious entity that seems to consume light and sanity. As his grip on reality loosens, he descends into a nightmarish world where perception and madness blur. This experimental novel explores the depths of psychological horror and the fragility of the human mind.

About the author

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Robert M. Coates

Robert M. Coates is the author of the collection Short Stories from the New Yorker. His work often explores the nuances of everyday life.