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Part of it is, I read it for the first time as a college student during spring term, and so I had some instant sympathy for poor Walter Gilman. Studying for exams is stressful enough without being abducted by long-dead witches and taken into other dimensions.
BTW, I am a descendant of Eastern-European immigrants to the northeast United States, rather like the ones Lovecraft treats with utter contempt in this tale. Η γριά μάγισσα Κεζάια με τους άγριους θρήνους και τα πλοκαμοφόρα τέρατα της υποχθόνιας διάστασης που σπάει τα έγκατα των τύμβων και ανεβαίνοντας το Βουνό της Καταιγίδας μας πηγαίνει σε έναν γαλαξία αρρωστημένων,ασαφών δαιμονίων συναισθημάτων, γεμάτο στοιχειωμένα δάση, απειλητικούς λόφους, και απόκρημνες αβύσσους ουρλιαχτών, παραφροσύνης και νοσηρότητας.
The delicate scent of the rose is said to have a calming and soothing effect on the mind, making it a popular choice for aromatherapy and relaxation. White magic rose is also believed to have healing properties. It is said to promote physical well-being and emotional healing.
manny's book of shadows
“The Dreams in the Witch House” first appeared in the July 1933 issue of Weird Tales.
Although often dismissed by critics, H.P. Lovecraft‘s The Dreams in the Witch-House is actually one of my favorite of his latter tales. I’ll admit that it is imperfect, but it is also admirable in it’s scope. Lovecraft mixes Gothic Horror with really high brow Sci Fi. And therein lies the problem. Lovecraft gets so technical and oblique in his descriptions of Walter Gilman’s night-time sojourns that it gets a bit distracting. Also, he introduces elements that don’t really pay off, like the mention of the Elder Things which goes nowhere or even the Black Man of the Witches (an avatar of Nyarlathotep) who never makes a proper appearance and is only glimpsed furtively running around with the witch, Keziah Mason, and her familiar Brown Jenkin. Then there is the all too familiar xenophobia creeping in with Lovecraft’s descriptions of the Polish immigrants, who are portrayed as brutish and uncouth.
Even so, I got a kick out of some of the scenes where Gilman sees Keziah and Brown Jenkin in the outer spheres either as weird geometrical congeries of bubbles and polyhedrons hinting at their earthly forms or when they are seen outright making cryptic hand gestures to guide Gilman to the desired portals into the dream dimensions. I also like the hints of how Keziah used her secrets culled from ancient tracts, like the Necronomicon, to find a way to escape Salem Gaol during the infamous Witch Trials of 1692. The horror elements of the tale are terrifying and very dark: witch’s Sabbaths, black books and child sacrifice, all told in a very effective and convincing way as only Lovecraft can do.
Variant title poster for Curse of the Crimson Altar (1968).
I think the tale has definite cinematic potential and indeed it has been adapted a couple of times before. First in the 1968 film Curse of the Crimson Altar, featuring the triple threat of Boris Karloff, Christopher Lee and my beloved Barbara Steele! It is a very loose adaptation however that, although entertaining, has very little to do with the source material. Stuart Gordon‘s 2005 Masters of Horror adaptation H. P. Lovecraft’s Dreams in the Witch House is much closer to the story, but still makes some notable changes. For starters, Gordon and co-writer Dennis Paoli eschew most of the Sci-Fi parts and only hint at the geometrical basis of the dream travel. They focus on the horror elements but change Gilman’s college buddy Frank Elwood to attractive single mother Frances Elwood, who is presented as a potential love interest, and whose baby ends up replacing little Ladislas Wolejko from the original tale in the final confrontation between Gilman and Keziah.
DVD cover for Masters of Horror 2005 adaptation by Stuart Gordon.
All in all, I think it’s a much more daring and ambitious tale than critics give it credit for. Even August Derleth was critical of it, which made Lovecraft a bit self conscious I think. For more on that, check out the Wikipedia entry here: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Dreams_in_the_Witch_House#Reception.
It remains, in my estimation, a great work of dark fantasy and I also think, given a thoughtful reworking, it could make a fascinating film.
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Reviews for "White Magic Roses for Blessings and Good Fortune"
1. Bella - 2 stars
I was really disappointed with "White magic roze". The plot was messy and confusing, and I had a hard time connecting with the characters. The pacing was also off, with some scenes dragging on for too long and others feeling rushed. Additionally, the writing style was not to my taste, as it lacked depth and nuance. Overall, I found the book to be unengaging and would not recommend it.
2. Alex - 1 star
I couldn't even finish reading "White magic roze". The story was cliche and predictable, with all the usual tropes and stereotypes. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked any real development. The dialogue was also extremely cringe-worthy, filled with cheesy lines and unrealistic interactions. I found myself rolling my eyes and ultimately gave up on the book. It was a waste of time and I would not recommend it to anyone.
3. Emily - 2 stars
I had high hopes for "White magic roze" based on the description, but it fell flat for me. The world-building was weak and incomplete, leaving many questions unanswered. The magical elements felt forced and poorly integrated into the story. The romance subplot was also underdeveloped and lacked chemistry. Overall, I found the book to be lacking in depth and substance. It was a disappointing read and I wouldn't recommend it.
4. Liam - 3 stars
"White magic roze" had potential, but it didn't live up to my expectations. The writing was average, with some grammatical errors and awkward sentence structure. The pacing was also an issue, with a slow start and a rushed ending. The characters had potential, but their actions and motivations were inconsistent throughout the story. While it had its moments, overall, I found the book to be mediocre and wouldn't go out of my way to recommend it.
5. Jessica - 2 stars
I found "White magic roze" to be quite boring and unoriginal. The plot was predictable and lacked any real surprises. The main character was unlikable and made questionable decisions throughout the story. The supporting characters were forgettable and didn't add much to the overall narrative. The writing style was also not engaging, making it hard for me to stay invested in the story. Overall, it was a forgettable book that I wouldn't recommend.