{"product_id":"the-king-in-yellow-large-print","title":"The King in Yellow — Large Print","description":"\u003cp\u003eHave you ever wondered why forbidden knowledge can drive the human mind to the edge of madness? In The King in Yellow, Robert W. Chambers delivers a chilling collection of interconnected stories centered around a forbidden play so powerful that those who read it descend into madness. These tales of psychological horror and supernatural dread blur the lines between reality and nightmare, pulling readers into a web of paranoia, fear, and cosmic mystery. First published in 1895, this collection became a foundational work of weird fiction, deeply influencing later masters of horror like H.P. Lovecraft and Stephen King. Within these pages, you’ll encounter haunted artists, deranged seekers of truth, and cursed lovers—all bound by the shadow of The King in Yellow, a sinister figure whose presence is felt but never fully seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll discover in this modern edition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ein This Classic Collection:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Mystery of the Forbidden Play – A terrifying manuscript that drives its readers to madness, weaving through multiple stories.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTales of Psychological Horror – Explore characters descending into obsession, paranoia, and despair as they face forces beyond comprehension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Groundbreaking Work of Weird Fiction – Discover why this collection became a cornerstone of supernatural horror literature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Birth of the Mythos – A precursor to Lovecraft’s Cthulhu Mythos, filled with dark symbols, cosmic terror, and unknowable truths.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA Timeless Reflection on Madness and Power – Themes of forbidden knowledge, destructive ambition, and human fragility that resonate even today. Whether you are a longtime fan of horror or new to the genre, The King in Ye\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe terrifying legend of the forbidden play, a work that brings despair and chaos to all who encounter it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark, psychological tales of horror, where characters struggle against madness and unseen cosmic forces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Library of Alexandria","offers":[{"title":"Large Print Paperback","offer_id":58289269244252,"sku":"LOA-C287-LPPB","price":12.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Print Hardcover","offer_id":58289269277020,"sku":"LOA-C287-LPHC","price":21.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large Print eBook","offer_id":58289269309788,"sku":"LOA-C287-LPEB","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1027\/9442\/8764\/files\/0287_The_King_in_Yellow__large_print__ebook__pages-372__trim-6x9in__1800x2700px.jpg?v=1784149389","url":"https:\/\/libraryofalexandria.com\/products\/the-king-in-yellow-large-print","provider":"The Library of Alexandria","version":"1.0","type":"link"}