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Cool Air

1928

H. P. Lovecraft

Cool Air

Cool Air

H. P. Lovecraft

1928

American Literature, Science-Fiction & Fantasy, Short Stories

Cool Air is a short story by H. P. Lovecraft, first published in 1928. The narrative follows an unnamed narrator who moves into a boarding house in New York City and befriends the reclusive Doctor Muñoz, who insists on living in a frigid environment for his health. As their friendship develops, the narrator uncovers the horrifying truth behind the doctor's obsession with artificial refrigeration and his grotesque experiments related to life and death. This chilling tale explores themes of dark science and the boundaries of existence.

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A short story written in the early 20th century. This chilling tale explores themes of dark science and the grotesque le...

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