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At the Mountains of Madness
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Book Brief
194
Novella • Fiction
Antarctic Continent • 1930s
1936
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In At the Mountains of Madness by H. P. Lovecraft, geologist William Dyer recounts a disastrous Antarctic expedition to deter future explorations. The team discovers an ancient, non-human city and revives Old Ones, triggering a series of horrific events. Dyer and a student, Danforth, escape a Shoggoth and see a vision that drives Danforth insane.
Mysterious
Dark
Unnerving
Fantastical
Suspenseful
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
H. P. Lovecraft’s At the Mountains of Madness masterfully blends chilling atmosphere with cosmic horror, creating an eerie, unforgettable setting. Critics praise its intricate world-building and suspenseful narrative. However, some find the prose dense and the pacing uneven. Overall, it’s a seminal work for horror aficionados seeking intellectual terror.
Who Should Read At the Mountains of Madness?
Readers who enjoy eerie, atmospheric horror and eldritch mysteries will be captivated by H. P. Lovecraft's At the Mountains of Madness. Fans of Jules Verne’s Journey to the Center of the Earth and Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein will appreciate the blending of scientific exploration with dark, cosmic horror.
57,998 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
194
Novella • Fiction
Antarctic Continent • 1930s
1936
Adult
18+ years
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