"The Temple" is a short story written by H. P. Lovecraft in 1920, and first published in the pulp magazine Weird Tales #24 in September 1925. The story is narrated as a "found manuscript" penned by Karl Heinrich, Graf von Altberg-Ehrenstein, a lieutenant-commander in the Imperial German Navy during the days of World War I. Altberg begins by declaring that he has decided to document the events leading up to his untimely end in order to "set certain facts" before the public, aware that he will not survive to do so himself. Chapters: 00:15 - Introduction 00:43 - The Temple 37:28 - Credits Bandcamp link: horrorbabble.bandcamp.com/album/the-temple Narrated by Ian Gordon for HorrorBabble Music and production by Ian Gordon Image used with the permission of M. Crassus: www.artstation.com/mcrassusart www.wyrdtree.co.uk/art-of-wyrdtree Support us on Bandcamp or Patreon: horrorbabble.bandcamp.com www.patreon.com/horrorbabble HorrorBabble MERCH: teespring.com/stores/horrorbabble-merch Search HORRORBABBLE to find us on: AUDIBLE / ITUNES / SPOTIFY Home: www.horrorbabble.com Rue Morgue: www.rue-morgue.com Social Media: facebook.com/HorrorBabble instagram.com/horrorbabble twitter.com/HorrorBabble

A character so Prussian he refuses to go insane

He sinks lifeboats then considers the enemy "unreasonably embittered". Wow.

as a German, I love it how Lovecraft portraits this man as a decent, humble everyday German guy. 😆😆

It can be really stunning how self-aware Lovecraft could be while weaving his tales. This story is an example of one of those times where his characters comment on things that were very possibly reflections on his own fears and assumptions... It's interesting to ponder. "It is only the inferior thinker who hastens to explain the singular and the complex by the primitive shortcut of supernaturalism." :)

"The explosion in the engine room at 2PM was wholly a surprise." LOL, You don't say!

What an honorable way to meet one’s end. Most Lovecraftian protagonists would either descend into madness or kill themselves to end the suffering. This German Subariner is what most would call a warrior to say the least. He knew of his impending doom yet this spurred him even further to dive deeper into the unknown whilst accepting his fate as a brave soldier of the Imperal Navy. He displayed bravery and acceptance of human mortality which most of us in this generation severely lack. And, your voice, good sir, does tremendous justice to the protagonist and to the literary work of Lovecraft once again. Thank you :).

There is no such thing as bravery without madness.

Man I wish we could get a film or comic or something based on this story. Something visual where we can see the temple and city at the bottom of the sea . It’s such a cool story.

Thanks for this, am using this as the basis for a lesson during this pandemic. My step daughter loves H.P. Lovecraft, perfect material to help her learn literacy.

Usually I fall asleep listening to your voice Ian, but this story has kept me awake till the end. Magnificent.

It’s stuff like this that restores my hope in people. The difference between talented, motivated folks labors of love versus the click bait news reading BS is blinding here. Great work, take a bow, everyone involved.

"our engineers rob and Schneider" hahaahahah

And now time for a bedtime story thanks to HorrorBabble!!

No anti-German bias here, no sir. I surprised there aren't more people griping about technical inaccuracies; U-Boat hulls are anything but soundproof.

Fantastic performance!

My dad, who was born in Philadelphia in 1920 must have read these, but he never mentioned it. The folks back then had a better command of the English language than we do now. I'm an English professor and have to look up some of these words!

For me, there’s something inherently creepy about WWI U-Boats - add a ghost or a curse - and there’s the full package - along with your always excellent reading.

This is an amazing story and narration. This is not only ine of my favorite Lovecraft stories, it is one of my favorite overall stories. The superstitions of sailors are so evident in this story. These superstitions appear frantic to others, but help we sailors to presere our lives. The sea is an unforgiving maiden indeed! "I shall die calmly, like a German." 37:00 Thanks, Ian!

We are so lucky to stumble upon your channel, you are doing an amazing work, it's too bad books don't get as much exposure as idiotic content here on KZfaq, thank god we have Patreon. Amazing read as always. We will always be here for you Ian!

You’re definitely my favorite narrator for listening to Lovecrafts work! Thanks for all the time you spend doing these videos!!🖤

Well done! Very good! Thank you Mr. Gordon and Horror Babble. Excellent as always. Until next time.

Well done, HorrorBabble !!! you're the BEST!!! (along w HPL)

oh, cool. I recently listened to this, & was thinking the whole time how much I'd prefer hearing it read by Ian.

I feel as though I ought to be subject to the bends after coming to surface at the end of this deep sea tale!

Another fantastic reading! I really rather enjoyed this one, the portrayal of the Germans was awesome! Thank you for this contribution.

I absolutely love your read of this story. It's definitely one of your best reads. I've listened to it at least a dozen times so far!

the ability to add something tangible to these tales is nothing short of amazing Ian truly!

Your grandfatherly voice is perfectly suited for these stories of ancient, evil antiquities.

Amazing thank you

I had forgotten about this one, great atmosphere!...and I always love how the narrator/protagonist can keep recording observations, in writing, when the final horror is upon them...in this case, absolute absence of light by the sounds of it (-:

It’s interesting to note that dolphins quite like humans and will try to protect them if they in harms way in the ocean. Navy seals have actually even trained dolphins to help ward off sharks on missions.

Just wanted to say thinks for the reads, they're always well read. Be nice if you would do all of Lovecraft's works, not all of the other narrators do Lovecraft works justice.

This was one of the first Lovecraft stories I ever read. It was great to listen to it again. Thanks for the reading. I really enjoy your channel.

Thanks for more Lovecraft, engrossing as usual.

One of my favorites! Thank you!

I had heard a lot about HP Lovecraft and I'm glad I found this. It's so good. I love your voice.

Great stuff! One of my favourite Lovecraft tales. Madness, claustrophobia & dark Cthulian gods. Lovely 😀

What a lovely creepy story! Thanks for the excellent reading Ian! Cheers mate!

I really enjoyed this tale, thank you very much!!

nicely done, Ian - always liked this tale

This is my favorite lovecraft story.

A classic! Glad to see a reading from your channel!

Thank You once again

Very detailed description of a strange undersea tale. I do hope he found what he was looking for.

As always, great reading. Thanks!

While I love HP's works, he does make errors, he didn't know subs don't have port holes, they'd be a weak point in the hull, many subs had a flooded conning tower. Back then many ppl didn't know much about subs if they didn't work on or around them so we can forgive HP's oversight and it kinda adds to the story anyway.

Many thanks for all your hard work and skill, bringing stories such as this to life. I listen to them most nights. Hope you are well. Ben in Dartmouth.

It has been a few weeks since I found your wonderful channel. I just wanted to say thank you.

Excellent, thanks Hororbabble.

Thank you. Thisis a graphic fear seldom anticipated. But my man James, MR. “whistle”/.... also same vanity. Thank you.💯% ❤️🙏🏽🎩💡

I love that when others succumb, they are weak minded and willed, but when he does it, it is to dispell the illusions. I also think he was inder the effect when he shot the last 6. Its like "I have no mouth and I must scream." EVERYONE BUT ME IS INSANE!

Lamentably, as with so many other Lovecraft tales, _The Temple_ crashes to a halt just as it is getting really interesting, the carefully built up tension and mystery squandered.

Thank you for reading these and sharing your amazing voice talent

Ahhhhh going to bed to lovecraft courtesy of Horrorbabble Who needs ASMR? Love the work Ian!

You certainly are a master narrator

Ahh I love this story

Brilliant the end is EPIC

Such a great short story

Wow, that was great!

Awesome thanks, .... those closing words were spooky

Awesome mate...keep it up

And I'm yet again left with questions which will receive no answers, apart from conjecture. I rather wish this had been the first portion of a larger work. Still though, quite an intriguing story. I particularly liked the subtle notes of contempt in your voice as the captain disparages his crew members. Good work, mate.

Hello Ian, luckily I can finally become a patreon supporter in a few days, for long to come. I am a huge fan and I’ve always wondered, what are your top scariest stories narrated by you or Jen? Thank you for always being great with contact with fans. Thanks Ian and Jen.

Your voice is enthralling.

I must say, you are without a doubt the best audiobook narrator I've heard on KZfaq for these stories. I've recently started an Audible account, do you have any Lovecraft readings on there you can recommend?

Jorji approves

"...so we confined Muller in irons and had him soundly whipped" Jeeeeeez, no chill on this U-boat eh? lol I really enjoyed this one. Well done

"Rob and Schnider were killed in the explosion" 😂😂😂

I love your channel so much. Has any thought been given about doing any of August Derleth's works?

So that's where my statue head went.

Wonderful reading as always. Might I suggest the Pit and the Pendulum by Edgar Allen Poe?

So what do guys think? Is the temple from the Thurian or Hyborian Age?

How has this not been made into a movie? Seems like it could be done well on the cheap.

Sodium bromide. What a lucky guy.

Engineers Raab and Schneider?! Lmao

"to find engineer Rob Schneider instantly killed"

The Temple Drinking Challenge: drink every time the narrator mentions that he's German.

An interesting horror story. Such mystery. I wonder what he found in the temple?

Hey I swear this guy makes Elden Ring videos. I can't mistake that voice!

This is unintentionally funny. Love raft: Selfawarewolf 😂

so what happens after he entered the temple? what. become of him?

A very good read as always. I am always a bit perplexed how Lovecraft seems to project upon some of his characters. Machine Pistol in WW1 eh ?

Rather than an eldritch deity, this totally sounds like Dionysus about to end this man's whole career

I love the sorry cmc

Turns out the Temple was filled with cringe and blotched artwork. :p Really, I love this narration. Thank you.

Nodens? (Because weird dolphins) Dagon? Hydra? Cthulhu?

2020 love

Are ya'lls books available on any other platforms besides youtube?

i enjoy the pronunciation of "none" as "non"

Poor Rob Schneider!

Hey Folks, Just Started My HB Sunday😛😛. It MY Only Quiet time lol. Another Great Composition Ian, Loved The Temple. Where did the Artwork come from? Is it from Your Good self or is it Jennifer's?. Either Way it is Beautifully Done. Thnx For Making Sunday's Special Again For Me Guy's. Also just wanted to say, That Your work Here on HB has inspired Myself to Plum My Imaginationary Depths to write a Macabre lil Book of Tales and Poetry. Would Live if you would give it the once over when it's complete. Not Asking for a Reading, Just Your Valued Opinions 🤞🏻👍🏻🤘🏻. Keep On Babbling Guys💀☠💀☠ LOVE IT!!!

Hohenfriedbergen march intensifies

The longitude is the same as Binger, OK's latitude.

Good evening friends. Can anyone recommend a good Lovecraft anthology?

Ok I thought this was the story I was trying to find hopefully someone can help I have listened to all the ones I thought might be the story I heard but feel asleep.About a guy who was descending down in too the earth like a hole or tunnel I just remembere that description of the steepness of the tunnel go down into the Earth know it is horror babble the way the word abyss is said the deep dark abyss I think he was looking for artifacts but I don't remember if anyone has a idea I would appreciate any thoughts on this.

Hmm wonder why this is repeatedly showing up in my feed…

Google what Lovecraft named his cat.

WOOOOEEEE WOOOOOEEEE TO ALL WHO ENTER LORD DAGONS WATERY DOMAIN!!!

This story somehow always reminds me of the "Gay fish" song from South Park. I always imagine the bodies floating and swimming around like Kanye, with gaudy sunglasses. It muddles my enjoyment of the story a bit, but this is a good read anyway, so kudos! Besides - it's always fun to hear Lovecraft denegrate germans for a change, and not just african americans;) PS: For some reason, I really like the bubbling background sound.