M. P. Shiel

The Lord of the Sea (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

The story is of Richard Hogarth, a man of lofty spirit who on discovering a cache of giant diamonds inside a fallen meteor undertakes a bold project to re-shape the human condition on a global scale. He builds huge steel forts with his wealth, places diamonds at the cross-roads of the earth's oceans to control all sea-traffic for tribute to benefit the citizens of his mammoth iron islands. "The Lord of the Sea (1901) develops a network of mid-19th-century motifs - incredible coincidences, swapped babies, hidden identities, chance-found incredible wealth, documents in a trunk, festering revenges, elaborate prison escapes, frustrated romance, Napoleonic megalomania - yet, though written to an aesthetic outdated for its time, in embodies that aesthetic with enormous elan and vitality.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Ktoczyta.pl
• Seitenzahl: 282
• Altersempfehlung: ab 6 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 17. August 2018
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9788381628006
• Artikelnr.: 54889932

Autorenporträt

M. P. Shiel, a literary maverick of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, showcases his unparalleled imagination and mastery of the supernatural in his masterpiece, "The Last Miracle." As a prolific writer of science fiction, fantasy, and horror, Shiel's visionary storytelling captivates readers with its blend of mystery, intrigue, and the macabre. In "The Last Miracle," Shiel transports readers to a world where the boundaries between reality and the supernatural blur, inviting them on a mesmerizing journey filled with wonder and terror. Through vivid prose and intricate plotting, he weaves a tapestry of suspense and revelation, challenging readers to confront the unknown and explore the depths of human consciousness. With its innovative narrative structure and profound exploration of existential themes, "The Last Miracle" stands as a testament to Shiel's literary genius and his enduring legacy in the realms of speculative fiction. Through his captivating storytelling and uncanny ability to evoke a sense of awe and unease, Shiel leaves an indelible mark on the minds of readers, inspiring generations of writers to explore the outer reaches of the imagination.