Carnacki, the Ghost Finder is a collection of supernatural detective stories by William Hope Hodgson, first published in magazines between 1910 and 1912. The stories are framed as tales told by Thomas Carnacki, an occult detective and investigator of the unknown, to a small group of friends gathered in his London apartment. Carnacki is a rational and methodical investigator, often employing the latest technology, such as photography and electric tripwires, alongside traditional occult protections like the ancient "Saaamaaa Ritual" and the defensive "Electric Pentacle." What makes the stories uniquely compelling is Hodgson’s masterful blending of genres. In some cases, Carnacki uncovers a terrifying and genuine supernatural entity from the "Outer Monstrosities," such as the terrifying "The Hog" from the story "The Hog." In other instances, his investigations reveal elaborate hoaxes perpetrated by humans for personal gain. This uncertainty keeps both Carnacki and the reader perpetually off-balance, never knowing whether the threat is spectral or all too human. The stories are rich with cosmic horror, featuring malevolent forces from beyond our dimension, and are noted for their inventive mythology and chilling atmosphere. Carnacki stands as a direct literary ancestor to later occult detectives, making this collection a cornerstone of early 20th-century weird fiction.

Table of Contents:

• Carnacki, the Ghost Finder. Part 1

• Carnacki, the Ghost Finder. Part 2

• Carnacki, the Ghost Finder. Part 3