Etidorhpa; or, The End of Earth. The Strange History of a Mysterious Being and the Account of a Remarkable Journey

"Etidorhpa; or, The End of Earth" by John Uri Lloyd is a novel written in the late 19th century. The story revolves around the mysterious figure Llewellyn Drury, who embarks on an extraordinary journey that intertwines mystical elements and philosophical explorations. The narrative promises a blend of science fiction and alchemical themes, raising questions about existence, identity, and the pursuit of knowledge. At the start of the tale, Llewellyn Drury recounts a peculiar experience that begins on a tempestuous November night, where he encounters a strange, white-haired man in his room. This enigmatic visitor challenges Drury’s understanding of solitude and introduces him to a manuscript that details a remarkable journey through the Earth’s depths. Drury's existential musings and the strange occurrences he experiences set the stage for an adventure steeped in alchemical lore and metaphysical exploration, as he grapples with the themes of duality and the nature of reality itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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