The Uncanny and the Fantastic in H. P. Lovecrafts "Pickman's Model"

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Exploring the impact of Howard Phillips Lovecraft on horror literature, this seminar paper delves into his short story "Pickman’s Model" and its connection to the theories of Sigmund Freud's The Uncanny and Tzvetan Todorov's The Fantastic. It analyzes how Lovecraft's unique mythological universes and inner struggles of characters contribute to the horror genre. By examining literary and aesthetic effects, the paper addresses what makes horror stories effective and how Lovecraft's techniques resonate with readers, evoking fear and fascination.