In the Walls of Eryx by H. P. Lovecraft

Set on Venus, the story follows a prospector who becomes trapped in a strange invisible maze while searching for valuable crystals. As time runs out and desperation grows, he realizes the alien intelligence behind the trap has a deeper motive. The plot combines science fiction with psychological horror and environmental allegory. A tale of human arrogance and alien retribution. The jungle hides more than just monsters—it hides a warning.