He who grins in clown's disguise Often hides an aching heart- Sadness, sometimes worldly-wise, Dresses for a motley part- Cap, and bells to cheat the ears, Chalk and paint to hide the tears Lest the world, divining pain, Turn to gape and stare again.
In 1900, renowned civil engineer Bernard Campbell was thrown from his world into 2010, where gleaming skyscrapers and futuristic technology left him in disbelief. As he navigates the future's marvels—and dangers—he encounters a man who shares an uncanny resemblance to him: his descendant. Bernard soon realizes that his trip to the future was no accident and now wonders if he can return to his own time or if he’s stuck here. This will be the third story in the Rosen Bridge Chronicle Anthology.
In a universe where knowledge is the most precious treasure, four brave friends embark on an odyssey in search of the mythical Library of Alexandria, guarded by the Guardian of Orion. Facing the tests imposed by the Guardian, the protagonists must confront the shadows of their past and the essence of their hearts. On this desolate planet, they discover the true key to accessing supreme knowledge.
Mr. Chambers, once a professor of metaphysics, had for the twenty years since his dismissal lived a reclusive, solitary life, only venturing outside his room for his daily walk and cigar. Then one day, inexplicably, he forgot to buy the cigar, the walk took fifteen minutes less.Determined to make sure he doesn't make the same mistake again and miss the street where he buys his daily cigar he sets out the next day. Then the truth hits him - the street isn't there anymore.
A young, independently wealthy traveller (the narrator), who accidentally finds his way into a subterranean, strange world occupied by beings who seem to resemble angels and call themselves Vril-ya.