Shadow in the South is a source book for the Middle Earth Role Playing Game (MERP). In the far reaches of Harad and on, from the desert to the jungles beyond, Shadow in the South paints a picture of a varied land of many cultures, all influenced by the shadow of the Nazgul who rules those far reaches. Chapters describe the weather and geography of the region, the flora and fauna, the myriad of peoples, the politics, trade and industry, important people, and finally, in impressive detail, a few major sites that set a fine backdrop for adventure. Included in the Shadow in the South are a collection of 4 adventures, as well as a collection of different adventure ideas.