Viriconium!

[Karnos]

I've been told wonders about this book and its author, but I haven't had the chance of finding them anywhere.

Another book I've been told is somewhat similar, although with some humor thrown in, is Jeff Vandermeer's "City of Saints and Madmen". I have that book, although I'm still not done with it so I have no idea how comparable to Viriconium it is.

[Dr. Zirk]

I agree with skeptic's assessment of M. John Harrison as a writer - in my estimation, Harrison ranks up there with TL himself as one of the greatest living writers working in English. His prose is hypnotically beautiful at times, and his fiction is a pure joy to read. Highly recommended!