Spiridon

( French - Spiridon le Muet - 1907 )

novel by Andre Laurie ( ie. Paschal Grousset )

translated by Michael Shreve

Published: Black Coat Press - trade paperback - 2010 ( French Science Fiction no. 50 )
ISBN: 1935558617 / 9781935558613

Black Coat Press - Nook - 2012
BN ID: 2940013892316

Black Coat Press - Kindle - 2012
ASIN: B007FER5YI


synopsis
A young surgeon discovers an island off the coast of Corsica inhabited by giant, intelligent ants. Their king, Spiridon, eager to learn more about humanity, goes to Paris where, using his advanced knowledge, he begins effecting miraculous cures before being unmasked by jealous competitors. Forced to protect himself, Spiridon reveals his alien nature and becomes a killer.

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