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Excerpt from Les Damnés de Java, Vol. 3
Il est des choses dont tout le monde parle et que peu de personnes connai: llement. De ce nombre sont les vastes carrières qu'on appelle Calacombes de P - a que ce nom convienne seulement à l'ossuaire qu'elles renferment. M. Elie et, que la puissance de ses conceptions dramatiques et le charme pittore=qu descriptions ont placé parmi nos premiers romanciers, a eu l'idée de desce ns ces immenses souterrains, de les étudier avec soin et d'en dégager la se mystérieuse poésie qu ils renferment. L'ouvrage que nous offrons au publi résultat de ses études et de ses ténébreuses promenades sous le sol parisien.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book captures an epic tale of love, revenge, and treachery set amidst the untamed wilderness of 19th-century Java. The author skillfully weaves together themes of human frailty, the transformative power of nature, and the raw brutality of colonial violence. At the heart of the narrative is Paul, a young colonist grappling with the loss of his beloved. Driven by despair, he embarks on a self-destructive journey that brings him face-to-face with the island's enigmatic wildlife and the shadowy figures who inhabit its dense jungles. As Paul descends into darkness, he encounters a cast of intriguing characters, including the enigmatic elephant, an oracle of the wilderness, and a band of ruthless pirates led by the enigmatic Bantam. Each encounter challenges Paul's understanding of the world and forces him to confront the complexities of his own moral compass. With its rich historical detail, compelling characters, and haunting exploration of humanity's relationship with nature, this book offers a profound and immersive experience, shedding light on the enduring impact of colonialism and the indomitable spirit that resides within us all. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9780243939435_0
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