
VALTAMEREN SALAISUUS
EDGAR ALLAN POE
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A young sailor sets out on a daring expedition into the far‑southern oceans, where the sea defies expectations with an uncanny warmth that seems out of place at such extreme latitudes. The narrative follows his journey aboard two modest sailing vessels, each crewed by men of varied fortunes and temperaments, all drawn together by the promise of discovery.
Soon the ships encounter a desolate archipelago, its icy cliffs giving way to strange, uncharted islands teeming with unfamiliar wildlife. As the crews grapple with the harsh environment, they also meet a fierce, tribal people whose customs and hostility add a palpable tension to the voyage. The early stages of the adventure weave together mystery, survival, and the lure of the unknown, inviting listeners to share in the wonder and peril of these early Antarctic forays.
Language
fi
Duration
~4 hours (243K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
Jul 30, 2016
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1809–1849
A master of mystery, melancholy, and the macabre, Edgar Allan Poe helped shape the modern short story, detective fiction, and psychological horror. His haunting poems and tales—including “The Raven” and “The Tell-Tale Heart”—remain among the most influential works in American literature.
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