The Thing on the Roof. Illustrated , livre ebook

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2024

Écrit par
Robert E. Howard

Publié par
Andrii Ponomarenko

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Publié par

Andrii Ponomarenko

Date de parution

18 septembre 2024

Nombre de lectures

EAN13

9786178478186

Langue

English

The Thing on the Roof by Robert E. Howard is a chilling tale rooted in the dark mythos of ancient civilizations, exploring themes of human greed, forbidden knowledge, and the consequences of disturbing things best left forgotten. The story follows the first-person narration of an unnamed scholar, who recounts the events surrounding a dangerous expedition undertaken by his associate, Tussmann, an arrogant archaeologist driven by ambition.
The story begins when Tussmann discovers an ancient text, the Nameless Cults, which contains clues about the location of a lost temple hidden deep in the jungles of Central America. Inside this temple, it is rumored, lies a treasure beyond imagination—along with something far more sinister. Despite warnings about the temple’s malevolent history and the deadly creature that supposedly guards it, Tussmann becomes obsessed with obtaining the treasure and enlists the narrator’s help in deciphering the cryptic passages in the book.
Once the temple is located, Tussmann recklessly ignores the warnings inscribed on the ancient walls and disturbs the long-buried relics. In doing so, he unwittingly unleashes an unspeakable horror—the "Thing on the Roof." The story crescendos as the creature, a nightmarish entity linked to ancient, forbidden rituals, is awakened and wreaks its vengeance. The narrator barely escapes, but Tussmann’s fate is sealed by his own hubris and the destructive forces he unleashed.
The tale highlights Howard's signature blend of horror, ancient myth, and adventure, conveying a sense of cosmic dread and the idea that some mysteries of the past are better left undisturbed. It serves as a grim reminder of the perils of unchecked curiosity and ambition.

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