A Strange Manuscript Found in a Copper Cylinder
James De Mille
Belletristik / Science Fiction, Fantasy
Beschreibung
"A Strange Manuscript Found in a Copper Cylinder" is a captivating adventure novel by James De Mille, first published in 1888. The story unfolds as the narrator stumbles upon a remarkable manuscript hidden within a copper cylinder, detailing the extraordinary adventures of Adam More, a fictional traveler. More's escapades take him to a remote and undiscovered land, the mysterious and exotic world of the Kosekin, a civilization untouched by the outside world. As More immerses himself in this alien culture, he encounters bizarre customs, fantastical creatures, and a society governed by unusual laws. The novel combines elements of science fiction and fantasy, offering readers a vivid and imaginative journey into a strange and uncharted realm. De Mille's narrative skillfully explores themes of cultural relativism, the clash of civilizations, and the boundaries of human understanding, making it a thought-provoking and intriguing work of speculative fiction.
