The Ship Of Ishtar by A. Merritt
In this fantasy novel, an archaeologist named John Kenton discovers a mysterious artifact that transports him to a magical realm aboard the Ship of Ishtar, a vessel caught in an eternal struggle between two powerful deities. As Kenton navigates this mystical world, he becomes embroiled in the conflict between the ship's two factions, led by the alluring priestess Sharane and the sinister priest Klaneth. The story unfolds with Kenton striving to reconcile his modern sensibilities with the ancient, mythical forces at play, ultimately seeking to restore balance and find his way back to his own world.
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- Published
- 1924
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 300-400
- Original Language
- English
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- La Nave De Ishtar
- The Ship of Ishtar
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