The Moon Pool

In this classic science fiction novel, botanist Dr. Walter T. Goodwin encounters his friend Dr. David Throckmartin, who is visibly marked by terror and ecstasy after a mysterious expedition to the Caroline Islands. Throckmartin reveals that his wife, colleague, and nurse have vanished into a strange lunar phenomenon known as the Moon Pool, located amid the ancient ruins of Nan-Matal. As Goodwin learns of the supernatural forces at play, he joins the quest to uncover the truth, leading to encounters with the enigmatic Shining One and the lost civilization of Muria. Blending scientific curiosity with cosmic horror, this narrative explores themes of forbidden knowledge and humanity's fragile place against ancient powers.

A public-domain text edition with newly prepared typography and a typographic cover. Original printed illustrations are not reproduced.