The Curse of Yig

Horror Fiction

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About “The Curse of Yig”

"The Curse of Yig" is a 1929 short story co-written by H. P. Lovecraft and Zealia Bishop. It introduces Yig, referred to as "The Father of Serpents." The story is part of the Cthulhu Mythos and features elements of cosmic horror. It centers on a man who encounters a serpent-like being and faces a curse linked to Yig. The narrative explores themes of ancient beings and the unknown. The story was published in Weird Tales and remains a notable contribution to the horror genre. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)

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Published
1929

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