Floating Fancies among the Weird and the Occult by Clara H. Holmes

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Author Holmes, Clara H.
LoC No. 33007784
Title Floating Fancies among the Weird and the Occult
Contents Nordhung Nordjansen -- In the beyond -- The tragedy of the gnomes -- An unfair exchange -- Limitations -- A tale of two pictures -- A nineteenth century ghost -- What became of the money? -- His friend -- A tale of the X ray -- An averted tragedy.
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Summary "Floating Fancies among the Weird and the Occult" by Clara H. Holmes is a collection of fantastical tales written in the late 19th century. The book explores themes of curiosity, the supernatural, and the consequences of delving into the unknown, starting with the story of Nordhung Nordjansen, a young man torn between the desire for knowledge and the warnings of his father. As he grows into adulthood, his ambition to sail into uncharted territories ultimately leads him to confront the mysterious and whimsical dangers of the Arctic. The opening of the book introduces Nordhung Nordjansen, who grows up longing to explore beyond the cold horizons of Norway. Daring and determined, he eventually becomes the commander of a ship, sailing toward the North Pole in search of beauty and wonders. The narrative captures his journey filled with ambition but also foreshadows the dark challenges he will face as he navigates the unknown, highlighted by his encounters with both majestic sights and terrifying phenomena. This mixture of adventure and existential inquiry sets the stage for the thought-provoking themes that resonate throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Short stories, American
Subject American fiction -- 19th century
Subject Paranormal fiction
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EBook-No. 61005
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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