The Chaos of Chung-Fu: Weird Mystery Stories

Private Investigator Jack Murphy encounters a disturbing poster in a Chicago back alley advertising The Sorcery of Chung-Fu. The advertisement features alarming sketches of a screaming woman on a rack, a puppet-like figure with a dagger, a man fleeing tigers, and another vomiting spiders. These images prompt Murphy to investigate a series of disappearances linked to the mysterious magician. This collection presents five stories of supernatural horror and mystery by Edmund Glasby. Glasby is identified as a rising star of weird fiction. The narratives draw on traditions of Oriental magic and mystery. The book is organized as a series of interconnected tales centered on these eerie events. Readers who enjoy classic weird fiction and supernatural mysteries will find this volume appealing. Those seeking straightforward detective procedurals without magical elements may prefer other genres. The stories blend the gritty atmosphere of urban investigation with bizarre, otherworldly threats. Glasby uses the framework of a PI case to explore strange phenomena. The connection between the poster’s imagery and the missing persons drives the plot forward. This work offers a distinct perspective on the intersection of crime and the occult. It appeals to fans of early twentieth-century weird tales. The tone remains unsettling throughout the five stories. Glasby’s background in weird fiction informs the narrative style. The book is published by Borgo Press. It contains specific illustrations referenced in the promotional material. The setting anchors the supernatural events in a recognizable urban landscape.