The Rats in the Walls is perhaps Lovecraft"s most powerful tales. The story follows Delapore as he discovers his heritage and begins a slow, terrifying descent into madness. When he reclaims his familial home which is in ruins and decides to restore it, he has no idea of the horrors he will unleash; secretes better left undisturbed. One of the finest stories of Lovecraft"s entire career. -Lin Carter