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Mummies -- Fiction Books
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Bram Stoker
The Jewel of Seven Stars
"The Jewel of Seven Stars" by Bram Stoker is a horror novel published in 1903. When a young barrister is summoned to help an unconscious Egyptologist, he becomes entangled in a dangerous plan to resurrect Queen Tera, an ancient Egyptian mummy of immense supernatural power. As mysterious attacks occur and strange artifacts reveal their secrets, the story builds toward a daring experiment that could unleash forces beyond human understanding—threatening to blur the boundaries between ancient magic and modern civilization.
George Chetwynd Griffith
The mummy and Miss Nitocris : a phantasy of the fourth dimension
"The Mummy and Miss Nitocris: A Phantasy of the Fourth Dimension" by George Griffith is a supernatural novel written in the early 20th century. It intertwines themes of Egyptology, time, and dimensions, featuring a brilliant yet overworked professor, Franklin Marmion, and his daughter, Miss Nitocris Marmion. The story delves into their lives as they encounter an ancient mummy that sets off a sequence of supernatural events, including visions of the past and the enigma of dimensions beyond human comprehension. At the start of the story, Professor Marmion is engrossed in his work when his daughter, Nitocris, excitedly discusses the mummy that has just been delivered to their home. Their playful banter reveals both a touch of humor and their scientific minds, pondering the concepts of time and dimensions. As the narrative unfolds, the professor experiences a strange connection with the mummy, drawing him into a surreal confrontation with the spirit of Queen Nitocris and profound implications of existence. This collision of past and present hints at a broader exploration of love, vengeance, and the paradoxes of time as the story progresses.
Ambrose Pratt
The Living Mummy
"The Living Mummy" by Ambrose Pratt is a fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The story is set in the Libyan desert, where the main character, Dr. Pinsent, is an Egyptologist who becomes embroiled in a mysterious and thrilling adventure involving the famous explorer Sir Robert Ottley and his daughter, Miss Ottley. The narrative introduces a fascinating premise centered around ancient Egyptian history, particularly revolving around the discovery of a tomb belonging to a powerful priest named Ptahmes, and explores themes of curiosity, ambition, and the supernatural. The opening of the narrative sets the stage with Dr. Pinsent intensely focused on his academic work when he is unexpectedly interrupted by the arrival of Sir Robert Ottley and his daughter. The excitement builds as they embark on a journey to explore a tomb that Ottley has searched for years. However, mysterious and ominous elements start to surface, including the enigmatic allure of the sarcophagus and the supernatural presence that seems to haunt the characters. Through tense interactions and the introduction of a shadowy figure that appears to threaten their safety, the opening hints at a deeper connection between the ancient past and the unfolding drama, enticing the reader to delve further into the book's mysteries and character dynamics.
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