AT THE MOUNTAINS OF MADNESS (The Lost World Classic) (ePub)

Howard Phillips Lovecraft, more commonly known as H. P. Lovecraft, was an American writer of weird fiction and horror, born on August 20, 1890, in Providence, Rhode Island, where he also spent most of his life. Predominantly a short story writer, he achieved posthumous fame through his influential works of horror fiction. Though virtually unknown and only published in pulp magazines before he died in poverty in 1937, he is now regarded as one of the most significant 20th-century authors in his genre. Lovecraft was virtually unknown during his lifetime and published only in pulp magazines before he died in poverty, but he is now regarded as one of the most significant 20th-century authors in his genre. His most celebrated tale 'AT THE MOUNTAINS OF MADNESS (The Lost World Classic)' is a prime example of his unique style, which blends elements of science fiction with gothic horror. Lovecraft's emphasis on the cosmic horror of the unknown and the insignificance of humans within the larger cosmos has influenced a wide array of authors, musicians, and filmmakers. His work was synonymous with his creation of what is referred to as the Cthulhu Mythos, an interconnected universe that provides a backbone to many of his stories. Lovecraft's writing, particularly the so-called 'Lovecraftian horror' genre, has inspired a vast body of literature and an entire subculture. His impact on horror literature is immeasurable, as his stories have set a standard for how horror has been written and appreciated in the modern era.