Today on Planet: Fantasy, Lovecraft Country is a novel by Matt Ruff that explores magic, science-fiction, space travel, and cosmic horror with the backdrop of the segregated Jim Crow United States. This novel blends humor, racism, and sorcery into an unique and entertaining work. We will discuss the life of Matt Ruff, as well as the development of book. I'll review the plot (with spoilers), as well as discuss the lore of the work, as well as my thoughts on the ideas and theme present in the work.