Man Who Found Out (A Nightmare)
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Professor Ebor, haunted by recurring dreams of ancient tablets, dedicates his life to finding them. His relentless pursuit leads him to a remote jungle in South America, where he discovers the tablets hidden within a forgotten temple. However, the knowledge inscribed upon them is a terrible revelation, shattering his understanding of the world. He learns the true purpose of humanity, a chilling reality that throws the meaning of existence into question. The professor, consumed by the horrifying truth, loses his sanity and perishes. His friend, Dr. Laidlaw, attempts to decipher the tablets, only to suffer the same fate. The story leaves a haunting impact, suggesting that some truths are better left undiscovered and that the quest for knowledge can lead to devastating consequences.Book Details
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Algernon Blackwood
England
Algernon Henry Blackwood, was an English broadcasting narrator, journalist, novelist and short story writer, and among the most prolific ghost story writers in the history of the genre. The literary c...
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