A review by lrichar
The Great God Pan and Other Horror Stories by Arthur Machen
challenging
dark
mysterious
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
I picked up this book because I read Great God Pan and wanted to explore more of Machine's work. I think it's interesting as a historical/contextual book for understanding the evolution of modern weird fiction/horror. However, Machen can be very one note, such that by the time you get through the hits (Pan, Three Imposters) the rest of the stories get boring and predictable fast.