Cthulhu Atlas: Journey Through the Universe of H.P. Lovecraft

Immerse yourself in the universe of H.P. Lovecraft, from the Antarctic peaks of the Mountains of Madness and the depths of Atlantis, to the hostile realities Beyond ours and the cosmic horror of Cthulhu.This unique atlas brings Lovecraft's fictional locations to life, combining meticulously crafted maps, architectural plans, archival documents and original artworks. From sketches of the Antarctic expedition from At the Mountains of Madness, to marine surveys of the submerged city of R'lyeh, through topographic renderings of the Nameless City, the book provides countless geographical and cartographic representations of the iconic locations in H.P. Lovecraft's universe. Readers will discover Providence and Massachusetts as Lovecraft knew them, as well as detailed city maps of Arkham, Innsmouth, Dunwich and others. Enhanced with period photographs and original illustrations, this unprecedented volume offers a coherent visual reading and spatial logic of Lovecraft's stories, while also providing readers with an additional key to grasping its significance, depth, and underlying horror. Contents: The Nameless City (Arabia)The Mountains of Madness (Antarctica)The Temple (Atlantic Ocean; Atlantis)Dagon (South Pacific)Kingsport (Massachusetts)Innsmouth (Massachusetts)The Shadow Out of Time (Australia; Miskatonic University)Arkham (Massachusetts)Dunwich (Massachusetts)Providence (Rhode Island)The Call of Cthulhu (New Orleans, Boston, New England, South Pacific, Norway)The Whisperer in Darkness (Vermont)Pickman's Model (Boston)