The The Fans' Own Magazine Various creator Hornig, Charles D. 1916-1999 text utu 2014 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Fantasy Fan, January 1934" by Various is a collection of fantasy and science fiction writings published during the early 20th century. This magazine, edited by Charles D. Hornig, serves as a platform for fans of weird fiction, featuring stories, articles, and discussions that explore various themes and trends within the genre. The likely topic of this publication revolves around the appreciation and exploration of fantasy fiction, promoting interaction among its readers and enthusiasts. The content of this issue includes an intriguing short story titled "The Ghoul" by Clark Ashton Smith, which tells the haunting tale of Noureddin Hassan, a man forced into a horrific pact with a ghoul in order to protect the corpse of his deceased wife. The narrative unfolds as Noureddin is compelled to kill seven people to satisfy the ghoul's demands, leading to moral reflections on honor and guilt. It also features columns discussing the state of science fiction in magazines, debates on the merits of weird literature, and the significance of various fantasy works. Through letters from readers and editorials, the magazine fosters a sense of community among fans while showcasing the imaginative possibilities of fantasy literature during its time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2014-08-18 Produced by Greg Weeks and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Fantasy fiction -- History and criticism -- Periodicals Fan magazines Fantasy fiction -- Periodicals PN Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46615 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/46615 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134053.0 46615