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H.P. Lovecraft and His Controversial Cat

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Author Background: H.P. Lovecraft was born in 1890 and wrote horror and fantasy fiction
He developed cosmicism and was part of the Lovecraft Circle
His fame surged after his death in 1937
The Cat and Name: Lovecraft named his cat "Nigger" or "Nigger man"
The cat disappeared in 1904, leaving Lovecraft devastated
He referenced the name in "The Rats in the Walls" (1923)
Most publishers now use "Blackie" or "Black Tom" instead
Literary Impact: "The Call of Cthulhu" is considered his best work
His works influenced horror fiction, movies, and art
"The Shadow Over Innsmouth" tells story of dark cult in fictional town
His "Necromonicon" influenced artists like H.R. Giger
Personal Life: Both parents had mental health issues
His father died in mental institution at age three
His mother committed to Butler Hospital in 1919
He suffered multiple near-breakdowns during childhood
Modern Legacy: His cat name became popular on Tumblr in 2018
Internet memes continue to reference his controversial cat
His work continues to influence modern horror fiction