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The Sacred Herb

by Fergus Hume

Amidst the crumbling ruins of a once-thriving civilization, humanity teeters on the brink of annihilation. Disease has decimated the population, leaving behind only remnants of a once-vibrant world. Desperation hangs heavy in the air, as hope seems all but lost. But within this desolate landscape, a glimmer of salvation emerges. Fergus Hume, a brilliant and enigmatic botanist, stumbles upon a long-forgotten secret—a sacred herb with extraordinary properties. Its origins shrouded in mystery and whispered legends, this herb possesses the ability to heal the sick, restore vitality, and even grant immortality. Driven by an unwavering desire to save what remains of humanity, Hume embarks on a perilous quest to unlock the herb's full potential. His journey takes him through treacherous landscapes, where danger lurks at every turn. Along the way, he encounters a diverse cast of characters—a hardened survivor, a cunning rogue, and a mysterious oracle—who all become entangled in his mission to harness the herb's power. As Hume delves deeper into the herb's secrets, he discovers that there are others who will stop at nothing to possess its unimaginable abilities. With time running out and the stakes higher than ever, Hume must navigate a web of deceit and betrayal, facing adversaries who will go to great lengths to ensure the herb's power remains hidden. "The Sacred Herb" is a gripping tale of courage, sacrifice, and the eternal quest for hope in a world on the edge of collapse.

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Language

English

Original Language

English

Published In

1908

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Ferguson Wright Hume known as Fergus Hume, was a prolific English novelist, known for his detective fiction, thrillers and mysteries. Hume was born in Powick, Worcestershire, England, the second son o...

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02 - The Trial
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03 - The Paper-Cutter
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04 - Evidencer for the Prosecution
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05 - Mrs. Rover's Masked Ball
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06 - A Startling Discovery
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07 - Shepworth Explains
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08 - A Private Explanation
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09 - Dr. Horace
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10 - The Verdict
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11 - Dr. Horace's Warning
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12 - Mrs. Dolly Rover
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13 - Lanwin Grange
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14 - Mrs. Blexey's Opinion
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15 - Jadby Plays a Card
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16 - Dr. Horace Intervenes
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17 - The Old, Old Story
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18 - The Power of the Herb
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19 - Circumstantial Evidence
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20 - Mr. Rover Explains
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21 - A Possible Scandal
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22 - The Unexpected
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23 - Helpless
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24 - The Beginning of the End
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25 - Explanations
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26 - A Confession
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27 - All's Well That Ends
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