When the World Shook: Being an Account of the Great Adventure of Bastin, Bickley and Arbuthnot

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Three adventurers—Bastin, Bickley, and Arbuthnot—embark on a journey to a remote Pacific island, where they discover an ancient civilization and awaken a powerful king named Oro. This encounter reveals advanced knowledge and technology, prompting the explorers to confront profound existential questions about power, immortality, and humanity's future. The novel blends adventure with philosophical themes, exploring the mysteries of the unknown and the implications of ancient wisdom in a modern context.