The Moon Pool & Dwellers in the Mirage
Enriched edition. Two Lost World Novels in One EditionBy Abraham Merritt
Length20h 49m
About this audiobook
Abraham Merritt's The Moon Pool & Dwellers in the Mirage is a collection of two thrilling and imaginative novels that blend elements of science fiction, fantasy, and adventure. The Moon Pool follows a group of explorers who stumble upon a mysterious underground civilization ruled by a powerful force, while Dwellers in the Mirage takes readers on a journey to a hidden valley where time stands still and ancient secrets await discovery. Merritt's rich prose and vivid descriptions create a sense of otherworldly wonder, drawing readers into these exotic and dangerous landscapes. Both novels are prime examples of early 20th-century speculative fiction that continue to captivate audiences today. Abraham Merritt, an accomplished journalist and editor, drew inspiration from his love of travel and exploration to craft these immersive and fantastical tales. His fascination with ancient cultures and the unknown fueled his storytelling, resulting in timeless and captivating narratives that offer both entertainment and thought-provoking themes. Fans of classic science fiction and fantasy will find The Moon Pool & Dwellers in the Mirage a captivating and unforgettable read that transports them to a world beyond imagination.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.0 (206)
Includes Goodreads, LibraryThing, Amazon, StoryGraph
GenreFantasy, Horror
Length20 hrs 49 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 2, 2018
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Abyss Trilogy: The Boats of the Glen Carrig, The House on the Borderland & The Ghost Pirates
2Miss Pym Disposes (Musaicum Vintage Mysteries)
3The Collected SF & Fantasy Works
4THE SWORDSMAN OF MARS & Its Sequel, The Outlaws of Mars
5THE CTHULHU MYTHOS
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6Introduction
7Historical Context
8Synopsis (Selection)
9Dwellers in the Mirage
10Dwellers in the Mirage
11CHAPTER I. SOUNDS IN THE NIGHT
12CHAPTER II. RING OF THE KRAKEN
13CHAPTER III. RITUAL OF KHALK’RU
14CHAPTER IV. TENTACLE OF KHALK’RU
15CHAPTER V. THE MIRAGE
16CHAPTER VI. THE SHADOWED-LAND
17CHAPTER VII. THE LITTLE PEOPLE
18CHAPTER VIII. EVALIE
19CHAPTER X. IF A MAN COULD USE ALL HIS BRAIN
20CHAPTER XI. DRUMS OF THE LITTLE PEOPLE
21CHAPTER XII. ON NANSUR BRIDGE
22CHAPTER XIII. KARAK
23CHAPTER XIV. IN THE BLACK CITADEL
24CHAPTER XV. THE LAKE OF THE GHOSTS
25CHAPTER XVI. KISSES OF LUR
26CHAPTER XVII. ORDEAL BY KHALK’RU
27CHAPTER XVIII. WOLVES OF LUR
28CHAPTER XIX. THE TAKING OF SIRK
29CHAPTER XX. “TSANTAWU-FAREWELL!”
30CHAPTER XXI. RETURN TO KARAK
31CHAPTER XXII. GATE OF KHALK’RU
32CHAPTER XXIII. IN KHALK’RU’S TEMPLE
33The Moon Pool
34CHAPTER I THE THING ON THE MOON PATH
35CHAPTER II “DEAD! ALL DEAD!”
36CHAPTER III THE MOON ROCK
37CHAPTER IV THE FIRST VANISHINGS
38CHAPTER V INTO THE MOON POOL
39CHAPTER VI “THE SHINING DEVIL TOOK THEM!”
40CHAPTER VII LARRY O’KEEFE
41CHAPTER VIII OLAF’S STORY
42CHAPTER IX A LOST PAGE OF EARTH
43CHAPTER X THE MOON POOL
44CHAPTER XI THE FLAME–TIPPED SHADOWS
45CHAPTER XII THE END OF THE JOURNEY
46CHAPTER XIII YOLARA, PRIESTESS OF THE SHINING ONE
47CHAPTER XIV THE JUSTICE OF LORA
48CHAPTER XV THE ANGRY, WHISPERING GLOBE
49CHAPTER XVI YOLARA OF MURIA VS. THE O’KEEFE
50CHAPTER XVII THE LEPRECHAUN
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