Publisher's Synopsis
The Finding Of The Graiken is a novel written by William Hope Hodgson. The story is set in the Scottish Highlands and follows the journey of a group of travelers who are searching for a rare and mysterious creature called the Graiken. The Graiken is said to be a creature with supernatural powers and is believed to hold the key to unlocking the secrets of the universe.The group of travelers consists of a young man named Carnacki, who is a renowned investigator of the paranormal, and his companions, including a scientist, a journalist, and a local guide. As they venture deeper into the wilderness, they encounter various obstacles and dangers, including treacherous terrain, hostile locals, and supernatural forces.Along the way, they uncover clues and pieces of information that lead them closer to the Graiken. They also learn about the ancient legends and myths surrounding the creature and the role it plays in the cosmic order.As the group gets closer to their goal, they begin to realize that the Graiken may not be what they thought it was. They must confront their own beliefs and prejudices as they come face to face with the truth about the creature and its place in the universe.The Finding Of The Graiken is a thrilling adventure story that explores themes of belief, identity, and the search for meaning in a complex and mysterious world. It is a must-read for fans of supernatural fiction and anyone who enjoys a good old-fashioned adventure tale.Just at the going down of the sun, I saw another; she was nearer, and still possessed two of her masts, which stuck up bare and desolate into the darkening sky. She could not have been more than a quarter of a mile in from the edge of the weed. As we passed her I craned out my head through the port to stare at her. As I stared the dusk grew out of the abyss of the air, and she faded presently from sight into the surrounding loneliness.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.