William Hope Hodgson (1877–1918) was an English author known for his contributions to horror, fantasy, and science fiction. Drawing from his maritime experiences, he wrote stories like The House on the Borderland, The Ghost Pirates, and The Night Land, which often explored cosmic horror and the supernatural. He also created the occult detective Thomas Carnacki. During World War I, Hodgson enlisted in the Royal Artillery and died in 1918 from injuries sustained during the Battle of Ypres. His works have influenced many, including H.P. Lovecraft, and continue to captivate readers with their eerie, imaginative narratives.
The Night Land by William Hope Hodgson transports readers to a distant, post-apocalyptic future, where Earth is locked in eternal darkness. Humanity’s last survivors are protected within the Last Redoubt, a towering fortress that stands against the horrors lurking beyond. But when a voice from the past calls to him, the protagonist sets out on a perilous journey across the desolate, nightmarish landscape to uncover a long-lost colony. … Read More
