The Hound of Hell by Arthur Leo Zagat is a spine-tingling mystery that will keep you on the edge of your seat. When a series of grisly murders shakes a quiet town, the only clue left behind is the unmistakable howl of a monstrous hound. As fear spreads and rumors of a demonic beast take hold, an intrepid detective is drawn into a chilling investigation that reveals dark secrets lurking in the shadows. With each step closer to the truth, the danger escalates, and the line between myth and reality blurs. Can the detective uncover the sinister force behind the hound before more lives are claimed, or will the terror of the beast remain unsolved? Dive into this atmospheric thriller and uncover the horror that awaits.
Circa l’autore
Arthur Leo Zagat (1896–1949) was an American lawyer, prolific pulp fiction writer, and editor best known for his contributions to the horror, science fiction, and mystery genres. Born in New York City, Zagat served in World War I before pursuing a legal career. However, his passion for storytelling led him to writing, where he found success in the pulp magazine market of the 1920s and 1930s. Zagat authored hundreds of short stories and novellas, often collaborating with fellow writers like Nat Schachner. His most famous works include dystopian science fiction tales, eerie horror stories, and hard-boiled detective fiction. Zagat also contributed to serialized stories, such as the ‘Doc Savage’ adventures, and became a popular fixture in magazines like Weird Tales, Astounding Stories, and Argosy. His writing style is noted for its vivid, imaginative worlds and engaging plots. Zagat passed away in 1949, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the golden age of pulp fiction.