: Beneath the ruins lies a subterranean world called Muria, filled with advanced technology, such as anti-gravity vehicles and "atomic" power.
“One of the earliest examples of the Lost World genre... it tells the tale of Dr. Walter T. Goodwin's adventure in the South Pacific...” TV Tropes Available Editions
For those looking to explore this pulp classic, several versions are available at retailers like Barnes & Noble and Target : A. E. Merritt - The Moon Pool
: The ruins of Nan Madol in the book are widely cited as the inspiration for Lovecraft’s lost city of R’lyeh in "The Call of Cthulhu".
: Standard modern reprints typically range from $8.00 to $16.00 . : Beneath the ruins lies a subterranean world
: Opposing the Dweller are three ancient, angelic creators who have been "purged of dross" and seek to destroy their creation, though they are hindered by their lingering love for it. Literary Significance
: Rare first editions or leather-bound copies (like those from Rare Book Cellar ) can cost between $100.00 and $273.00 . Walter T
“I enjoyed his ability to accurately describe the vast numbers of unusual people who populated the tramp steamers of the day... Merritt pulls all this together into one grand adventure.” www.benespen.com · 5 years ago