H.P. Lovecraft

Biography

Howard Phillips Lovecraft was an American-born horror writer, best known for creating the “Cthulhu Mythos” —a series of short stories and novellas concerning ancient gods and unspeakable horrors that threaten to destroy humanity. He became one of most influential authors of the 20th century despite never finding significant critical or financial appreciation in his own short lifetime.

Birthday

Aug 19, 1890

Place of birth

Providence, Rhode Island, USA

Deathday

Mar 15, 1937

Also known as

  • Howard Phillips Lovecraft
  • H. P. Lovecraft

Homepage

http://www.hplovecraft.com

Credited in

As crew