The Veiled Volumes

The Seed from the Sepulchre


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In "The Seed from the Sepulchre," Clark Ashton Smith transports readers to the heart of an uncharted jungle, where the remnants of an ancient civilization lie hidden beneath the relentless embrace of nature. The story follows two explorers who, driven by curiosity and the lust for discovery, stumble upon a sepulchre that harbors not only the secrets of a forgotten culture but also a malevolent force that defies the natural order. As they confront the consequences of their intrusion, the narrative unfolds into a chilling tale of ecological horror, where the boundary between plant and animal kingdom blurs, revealing the terrifying potential of nature when corrupted by otherworldly influences. Smith's masterful use of language and atmosphere weaves a story that is as haunting as it is thought-provoking, inviting readers to ponder the delicate balance between life and death, and the true cost of humanity's insatiable curiosity.




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