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In Search of the Unknown is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William) (1865–1933).
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"In Search of the Unknown" by Robert W. Chambers is a fictional work written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the main character, who is a superintendent at the Bronx Zoological Gardens, as he embarks on a peculiar expedition to find the elusive and thought-to-be extinct great auk, along with a mysterious amphibious biped referenced in correspondence from a hermit named Burton Halyard. The story intertwines elements of adventure, mystery, and potential encounters with the unknown in nature. The opening portion of the book introduces us to the protagonist's rather skeptical disposition regarding a letter claiming the existence of live great auks. As he begins his new role, he is urged by his superior, Professor Farrago, to take the lead on an expedition to Black Harbor to investigate Halyard's assertions. Halyard, a somewhat eccentric character, hints at additional peculiarities involving another creature called the harbor-master. The narrative establishes a blend of scientific ambition and personal intrigue as the protagonist wrestles with his duties and the strange occurrences surrounding him, ultimately setting the stage for further adventures into the unknown.
Book and edition facts
- Title: In Search of the Unknown
- Author credits: Chambers, Robert W. (Robert William) (1865–1933)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Science fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Science Fiction
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