The Master of the Crabs

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Overview

The Master of the Crabs, a short story by Clark Ashton Smith, was published in the March 1948 (Vol. 40, No. 3) edition of Weird Tales.

"The Island Iribos was a jagged, lonely promontory rising out of the sea, warning away the unwary."

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Book details & editions

ISBN	29479658
Publisher	Independent Publishing
Publication date	August 2026
Language	English
Pages	8 pages

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About the Author

Clark Ashton Smith

Known for writing in a clear, engaging, and easy-to-follow style. The work feels natural and flows smoothly, making it enjoyable from beginning to end.