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When the World Shook

When the World Shook

When the World Shook

H. Rider Haggard / HRider Haggard

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Wildside Press
Año de edición:
2024
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Ciencia ficción
ISBN:
9781587157479
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When the World Shook by H. Rider Haggard is an enthralling science fiction novel that delves into the mysteries of the unknown. The story follows three adventurers-Bastin, Bickley, and Arbuthnot-who journey to a remote Pacific island and uncover an ancient civilization that has survived through millennia. They awaken an ancient king, Oro, who possesses advanced knowledge and technology. As they explore the island’s secrets, they face existential questions about power, immortality, and the fate of humanity. Published in 1919, When the World Shook combines adventure, philosophical inquiry, and speculative science, showcasing Haggard’s imaginative prowess and storytelling skill.

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