Frank Belknap Long
Frank Belknap Long (1901-1994) was an American writer of horror, fantasy, and science fiction, and a close friend of H. P. Lovecraft. A prolific contributor to the pulp magazines over a long career, he was an early and important figure in weird and cosmic-horror fiction.
Long is remembered for weird tales such as 'The Hounds of Tindalos,' an influential early contribution to cosmic horror, as well as a large body of science fiction and fantasy. Much of his work appeared in the pulps, and a number of his stories have entered the public domain.
The library offers a selection of those public-domain science-fiction stories, including 'Space Station 1,' 'The Man from Time,' 'The Mississippi Saucer,' 'The Sky Trap,' and others. They show the imaginative range of a dedicated pulp storyteller.
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Frank Belknap Long in the library · 8 works
Mars is My Destination
Space Station 1
The Man from Time
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The Mississippi Saucer
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The Vibration Wasps
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Frequently asked questions about Frank Belknap Long
What did Frank Belknap Long write?
Long wrote horror, fantasy, and science fiction, mostly for the pulp magazines, over a career spanning decades. He is best known for weird tales like 'The Hounds of Tindalos' and for his association with H. P. Lovecraft's circle. He also wrote a great deal of science fiction, a number of which stories are in the public domain.
Which Frank Belknap Long works are available here?
The library offers a selection of his public-domain science-fiction stories, including 'Space Station 1,' 'The Man from Time,' 'The Mississippi Saucer,' 'The Sky Trap,' 'The Vibration Wasps,' and others. These are pulp-era stories whose copyrights lapsed. We include the public-domain titles.
Was Long connected to H. P. Lovecraft?
Yes — Long was a close friend and correspondent of H. P. Lovecraft and part of his literary circle. His story 'The Hounds of Tindalos' became an early and influential contribution to the tradition of cosmic horror that Lovecraft helped define. Their friendship was significant in the history of weird fiction.
Where should I start with these works?
Among the public-domain science-fiction stories offered here, 'The Man from Time' and 'The Mississippi Saucer' are entertaining, accessible starting points. They're short, imaginative pulp tales. Begin with whichever premise appeals.
What kind of stories did Long write?
Long ranged widely across weird horror, fantasy, and science fiction, writing atmospheric cosmic-horror tales as well as fast-moving pulp science-fiction adventures about space, time, and alien encounters. He was a versatile, prolific storyteller of the pulp era. His work reflects the imaginative energy of that period.
When did Frank Belknap Long live?
Long lived from 1901 to 1994, writing for the pulp magazines from the 1920s onward. 'The Hounds of Tindalos' appeared in 1929, and he continued producing fiction for decades. He was one of the last surviving members of Lovecraft's original circle.
Where can I read Frank Belknap Long for free?
Long's public-domain stories are freely available. Older editions keep the original text. Here you can read a story free in clear modern English, and read or listen with a membership.
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