In the Mountains of Madness: The Life and Extraordinary Afterlife of H.P. Lovecraft

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This smart shrewd and insightful biography of H.P. Lovecraft not only explores the authors fascinating life but also reveals his lasting power and influence on the entertainment industry and society as a whole (Victor LaValle author of The Changeling) Interweaving the biography of the legendary writer with an exploration of Lovecraft as a phenomenon In the Mountains of Madness strives to explain this reclusive cultish figure while challenging some of the general views held by Lovecraft devotees. Focusing specifically on the large cross-section of horror and science fiction fans who know Lovecraft through films role-playing games and video games directly influenced by his work but who know little or nothing about the man himself In the Mountains of Madness places Lovecraft and his work in a cultural context as an artist more in tune with our time than his own. More than a traditional biography this provocative book reclaims the true essence of Lovecraft in relation to the comics of Joe Lansdale the novels of Stephen King and some of the biggest blockbuster films in contemporary America proving the undying influence of this rare and significant figure.