Cool Air

Cool Air is a chilling horror short story by H. P. Lovecraft, first published in 1928. The story is narrated by a man living in a boarding house who becomes fascinated by his mysterious upstairs neighbor, Dr. Muñoz, a brilliant but unusual physician who keeps his room extremely cold at all times. As the narrator grows closer to the doctor, he discovers disturbing secrets about the strange need for constant cold air and the horrifying truth behind Dr. Muñoz’s condition. The story slowly builds tension and fear, leading to a shocking and unforgettable ending.