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Langdon has become immortal on the strange planet Tanith, a world of ever‑shifting violet mists, crystalline flora and a sky lit by three moons. He hopes to share this ageless existence with his wife, but first he must keep her mind from unraveling in an environment that constantly warps perception. Guided by a sense that defies sight, he moves through forests where flowers bite and the ground itself seems to hum with unseen voices.
The planet’s alien city flickers into view, its luminous spires and winged inhabitants shimmering like living constellations. Though the air is silent, Langdon feels the pulse of a civilization that is both beautiful and utterly alien, a reminder that even eternity can be lonely. As he returns toward his secluded home, the surreal landscape—glowing trees, ever‑changing skies, and strange, ever‑mutating lifeforms—offers both wonder and a quiet warning about the price of living forever.
Language
en
Duration
~45 minutes (43K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
2021-04-14
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1926–2001
Best known for bringing big scientific ideas and mythic adventure together, this prolific writer helped shape modern science fiction and fantasy across more than five decades. His stories are celebrated for their energy, intelligence, and strong sense of wonder.
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