About the book: 2018 / Richard Matheson (1926–2013) - bestselling author of “I Am Legend”, “Hell House”, “What Dreams May Come”, “ The Incredible Shrinking Man" and numerous stories. One of the most successful and celebrated writers in the mystery genre, he has had a notable influence on the work of Stephen King and Dean Koontz. Based on many of his works, hit films were made (“Duel”, “The Parcel”, “The Way Down”, etc.), and the novel “I Am Legend” was filmed three times. Matheson's signature move is loneliness in unbearable living conditions; his heroes are ordinary people who find themselves in extremely unusual and dangerous situations and are forced to wage a desperate struggle for their salvation. This collection includes his best stories.