Dr. Goodwin Series

This series plunges readers into the depths of the unknown, where scientific exploration collides with ancient mysteries and supernatural threats. Follow intrepid protagonists as they confront entities from long-lost civilizations and dangerous forces that imperil the world. The adventures span seafaring expeditions and subterranean realms, uncovering hidden truths and battling for humanity's survival. These tales are rich with imagination, suspense, and fascinating discoveries, making for an influential read in lost world fantasy.

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The Moon Pool
Abraham Merritt
264 pages
10 hours of reading
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Set during a seafaring expedition, the narrative follows Dr. Goodwin, a scientist who encounters a malevolent entity known as the Dweller, created by a lost underground civilization. As the Dweller escapes its creators, only three immortal beings, the Silent Ones, remain to confront it. Joined by pilot Larry O'Keefe, Goodwin embarks on an underground journey to uncover the truth about this creature. Influential in the lost world fantasy genre, this novel showcases Merritt's imaginative storytelling and has inspired later works in horror and fantasy.
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The Metal Monster
Abraham Merritt
202 pages
8 hours of reading
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A thrilling science fiction adventure unfolds as Dr. Norhala, a brilliant scientist, follows a cryptic message to a remote Antarctic island. There, he and his companions discover a crashed spaceship and remnants of an alien civilization, alongside a terrifying entity made of living metal. As they explore the island's secrets, they encounter perilous challenges and a looming conflict that endangers humanity. Merritt's vivid prose and imaginative world-building enhance this unforgettable tale of exploration and the struggle between man and machine.

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The Moon Pool

The Metal Monster