“He loved the darkness and the mystery of the Catholic service--the tall priest strutting like a carrion crow and pronouncing magic in a dead language, the immediate magic of the Eucharist bringing the dead back to life so that the faithful could devour Him and become of Him, the smell of incense and the mystical chanting.”
This novel delves into the harrowing tale of the ill-fated Franklin Expedition, which vanished in the Arctic during the 1840s. The story is a blend of historical fact and fictional narrative, creating a chilling atmosphere of mystery and survival amidst the harsh polar environment. more
Dan Simmons is a renowned American author, born on April 4, 1948. His works span across multiple genres including science fiction, horror, and historical fiction, with his novels 'Hyperion' and 'The End of Eternity' being particularly acclaimed. Simmons is praised for his rich imagination and profound thematic explorations. more
“Brains drain from the country when the country drains from the brain.”
“People who get to know the real me are the ones I need to learn to hide from the most.”
“No paralysis, do analysis. No paralysis, do analysis!”
“We are all receiving Charity. There is something in each of us that cannot be naturally loved.”
“If it's meant to be, it will happen naturally.”