| Management number | 231466406 | Release Date | 2026/06/18 | List Price | $15.80 | Model Number | 231466406 | ||
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UNEARTH THE COSMIC TERROR THAT INSPIRED GENERATIONS OF HORRORIn the frozen wastes of Antarctica, an expedition stumbles upon the remnants of an ancient civilization—older than humanity itself. What begins as a thrilling scientific endeavor soon descends into a nightmare of incomprehensible scale. At the Mountains of Madness by H.P. Lovecraft is a cornerstone of cosmic horror, a genre-defining masterpiece that exposes the fragility of human ambition in the face of cosmic indifference.When geologist William Dyer and his team from Miskatonic University uncover bizarre fossils and a labyrinth of alien ruins, they unravel a history far darker than their worst fears. The once-mighty “Elder Things,” extraterrestrial architects of life on Earth, lie entombed in their cyclopean city—a place of non-Euclidean geometry and unspeakable secrets. But as the explorers delve deeper, they awaken something older, hungrier, and infinitely more dangerous: the Shoggoths, grotesque experiments turned rebels, whose very existence mocks the hubris of creation.Why Readers Fear the Mountains:A PIONEER OF COSMIC HORROR: Lovecraft’s chilling vision of ancient aliens, unfathomable monsters, and humanity’s insignificance redefined horror literature.UNRELENTING ATMOSPHERE: From the claustrophobic Antarctic isolation to the mind-bending alien city, every page drips with existential dread.TIMELESS THEMES: A cautionary tale of scientific overreach, forbidden knowledge, and the terror of the unknown—perfect for fans of Annihilation or The Terror.THE CTHULHU MYTHOS: Dive into the expanded universe that inspired Stephen King, Guillermo del Toro, and countless creators of modern horror.PRAISE FOR LOVE CRAFT’S LEGACY:“The most important literary figure since Poe.” —Clive Barker“A dark poet of cosmic alienation.” Joyce Carol OatesThis edition includes a haunting afterword exploring the novel’s enduring relevance in an age of AI, climate crises, and humanity’s relentless pursuit of the unknown.For readers who dare to confront the void, At the Mountains of Madness is not just a story—it’s an experience. A warning etched in ice and blood: some truths should remain buried.Scroll up and click “Buy Now” to discover why this classic still chills readers to the bone—over 80 years after its publication. Read more
| ASIN | B0DWC9DH2R |
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| XRay | Not Enabled |
| Language | English |
| File size | 1.1 MB |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Book 1 of 1 | The Collected Works of H.P. Lovecraft |
| Print length | 193 pages |
| Accessibility | Learn more |
| Screen Reader | Supported |
| Publication date | February 5, 2025 |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
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