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Pharaoh's Broker / Being the Very Remarkable Experiences in Another World of Isidor Werner
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- Gutenberg ID
- 25295
- Title
- Pharaoh's Broker / Being the Very Remarkable Experiences in Another World of Isidor Werner
- Language
- en
- Book source
- Project Gutenberg
- Description max 80 words
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Pharaoh's Broker is a science fiction novel by Ellsworth Douglass that follows the story of Isidor Werner, a young man who disappears under mysterious circumstances. The book is presented as a manuscript written by Werner himself, detailing his experiences in another world where he encounters strange creatures and technologies.
- Summary up to 500 words
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The novel begins with the disappearance of Isidor Werner, a young broker who vanishes after leaving behind a cryptic message. As the story unfolds, it becomes clear that Werner has traveled to Mars, where he encounters a Martian named Dr. Hermann Anderwelt. The two men form an unlikely friendship and embark on a series of adventures, including exploring the Martian landscape and encountering strange creatures. They discover that the Martian atmosphere is composed of oxygen and nitrogen, but with a slight red coloring due to an unknown gas. Despite initial concerns about the air's toxicity, they find it breathable and even more oxygen-rich than Earth's air. As they explore the planet, they come across massive triangular structures that appear to be astronomical observatories, built by the Martians to track the movements of stars and planets. The two men marvel at the ingenuity and skill of the Martian builders, but also realize that their own technology is far more advanced. They soon find themselves in a precarious situation, as they are discovered by the Martians and must use their wits and cunning to escape. With the help of Hotep, a loyal chamberlain who has been secretly working with them, they manage to evade capture and make their way back to the projectile, where they prepare for their return journey to Earth. Along the way, they reflect on their experiences and the lessons they have learned about the universe and humanity's place in it.
- LLM editorial rating
- 4.2/5
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Authors
- Ellsworth Douglass
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Categories
- Science Fiction