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Peculiar: A Tale of the Great Transition

Peculiar: A Tale of the Great Transition

Sargent, Epes

Paperback

Horror

ISBN10: 9375369110
ISBN13: 9789375369110
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Aug 4 2026
Pages: 456
Weight: 1.33
Height: 1.02 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A hush falls over a society on the brink of profound upheaval, where the certainties of belief and the fabric of daily life are quietly unravelling. Within this charged atmosphere, a cast of characters navigates the shifting boundaries between the material and the metaphysical, each encounter probing the very soul of spiritual transformation. The narrative unfolds with a rare blend of philosophical depth and narrative intrigue, drawing the reader into a world where the ordinary and the extraordinary are in constant dialogue. This is nineteenth century fiction at its most searching, a work that delves into the moral philosophy underpinning an era of social change. The story moves with a speculative spirit, questioning what it means to believe, to doubt, and to hope as old structures give way to new possibilities. Allegory and realism intermingle as the protagonists confront the challenges of the Great Transition, their personal journeys mirroring broader currents of upheaval and renewal. The prose is at once lucid and evocative, inviting contemplation while never losing sight of the human drama at its core. For those drawn to metaphysical fiction, this novel offers a rare glimpse into the anxieties and aspirations of a period poised on the edge of transformation. Its exploration of belief, identity, and the search for meaning resonates with the hallmarks of American literature from the 1800s, while its speculative elements anticipate later developments in the genre. The work stands as both a philosophical exploration and a social document, capturing the tensions and hopes of an age grappling with the unknown. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure.

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