H. P. Lovecraft 
At the Mountains of Madness [EPUB ebook] 

‘At the Mountains of Madness’ is a novella written by H.P. Lovecraft, first published in 1936. It’s one of Lovecraft’s most famous and influential works, and it’s considered a classic of cosmic horror literature.
The story is presented as a first-person narrative written by geologist William Dyer, a professor at Miskatonic University in Arkham, Massachusetts. Dyer recounts an ill-fated expedition to Antarctica led by Professor Lake, during which they discover the ruins of an ancient, alien civilization buried beneath the ice.
As the expedition team explores the alien city, they uncover horrifying secrets about its inhabitants and the cosmic entities that once ruled over them. They encounter strange and terrifying creatures, as well as evidence of ancient and incomprehensible technologies.
As the story unfolds, Dyer reveals the true nature of the horrors he witnessed in Antarctica and the terrifying implications they hold for humanity. ‘At the Mountains of Madness’ is celebrated for its atmospheric prose, intricate world-building, and existential themes of cosmic insignificance and the limits of human understanding.
The novella has had a significant influence on the horror genre and has inspired numerous writers, filmmakers, and artists. It remains a cornerstone of Lovecraft’s mythos and a must-read for fans of cosmic horror and weird fiction.