Publication #2 in the second volume of the Grim Classic Series is live at Miskatonic Books.
GrimTales proudly presents a 3D Web Book edition of Arthur Machen’s landmark work of supernatural horror, The Great God Pan.
First published in 1894, this novella shocked Victorian readers with its blend of occult mystery, psychological dread, and forbidden knowledge. It begins with an experiment meant to lift the veil between the material and the spiritual worlds—a reckless act that unleashes forces beyond human comprehension. What follows is a series of strange deaths, whispered scandals, and glimpses of an inhuman presence moving through polite society. A masterful fusion of beauty and terror, The Great God Pan remains one of the defining works of fin-de-siècle horror and a profound influence on later writers from H. P. Lovecraft to Ramsey Campbell.
This 3D Web Book edition preserves the power and lyricism of Machen’s prose while presenting the tale in a striking new form. Hosted securely online, it requires no downloads, resists duplication, and is distributed exclusively through GrimTales in partnership with Miskatonic Books.
Enhancing the experience, the edition includes an embedded audiobook, allowing readers to flow seamlessly between the immersive 3D text and rich narration. Together, voice and design heighten the story’s atmosphere of divine awe and unearthly dread, drawing audiences deeper into Machen’s vision of a world haunted by the unseen.
More than a reprint, this release reimagines The Great God Pan for the digital age—an elegant fusion of classic horror, modern technology, and enduring mystery.