Castle of Frankenstein No. 9

This issue of a horror-themed pulp magazine features a framing introduction by "Ygor Hyde," the self-proclaimed keeper of Gothic Castle, who announces the issue's contents with characteristic morbid humor. The featured content includes: "Plague of the Zombies," a story by Stuart E. Samuel dealing with zombie narratives; a "Frankenstein Movie Guide" examining various film adaptations of Mary Shelley's classic; an article on actor Laird Cregar and his potential as a horror star, noting his 1946 appearance in *House of Horrors*; and discussion of his successor, Victor Buono. Additional pieces include "Macumba Love," a horror story by Robert C. Roman; Mike McInerney's examination of the "Frankenstein Society"; and a books section reviewed by Lin Carter covering new editions. The issue also advertises back issues and home movie editions of classic horror films featuring Lugosi and Frankenstein adaptations.