Publisher's Synopsis
Zerub Throop's Experiment is a novel written by Adeline D.T. Whitney in 1871. The story revolves around Zerub Throop, a young man who sets out to prove a scientific theory. He believes that all living beings are connected by an invisible force, and he wants to prove this theory by experimenting on himself. Zerub's experiment involves depriving himself of food and water for an extended period of time, while he meditates and focuses on his connection to other living beings.As Zerub's experiment progresses, he begins to experience strange and unsettling visions. He sees the past, present, and future of humanity, and he realizes that his theory may have far-reaching implications. Meanwhile, his family and friends grow increasingly concerned for his well-being, and they struggle to understand his strange behavior.The novel explores themes of science, spirituality, and the nature of reality. It also raises questions about the limits of human knowledge and the dangers of pursuing scientific knowledge at any cost. Zerub Throop's Experiment is a thought-provoking and engaging read that will appeal to fans of science fiction, fantasy, and philosophical literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
