In Search of the Unknown
Robert W. Chambers
In Search of the Unknown by Robert W. Chambers is a whimsical, episodic tale blending adventure and natural history. The story follows two amateur zoologists, Douglas Quimby and “Bugs” Hartley, as they embark on a quest to capture rare and elusive creatures for a museum collection. Their misadventures lead them through swamps, forests, and caves, encountering bizarre animals and eccentric characters along the way. Chambers infuses humor and curiosity into their journey, celebrating the wonders of the natural world while critiquing humanity’s often destructive relationship with it. Though less cohesive than his earlier works, the novel captures a sense of wonder and discovery, reflecting Chambers’ fascination with the unknown. A charming blend of science and storytelling, In Search of the Unknown invites readers to marvel at life’s mysteries and the thrill of exploration.
Duration - 7h 9m.
Author - Robert W. Chambers.
Narrator - Eloise Fairfax.
Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025.
Location:
United States
Description:
In Search of the Unknown by Robert W. Chambers is a whimsical, episodic tale blending adventure and natural history. The story follows two amateur zoologists, Douglas Quimby and “Bugs” Hartley, as they embark on a quest to capture rare and elusive creatures for a museum collection. Their misadventures lead them through swamps, forests, and caves, encountering bizarre animals and eccentric characters along the way. Chambers infuses humor and curiosity into their journey, celebrating the wonders of the natural world while critiquing humanity’s often destructive relationship with it. Though less cohesive than his earlier works, the novel captures a sense of wonder and discovery, reflecting Chambers’ fascination with the unknown. A charming blend of science and storytelling, In Search of the Unknown invites readers to marvel at life’s mysteries and the thrill of exploration. Duration - 7h 9m. Author - Robert W. Chambers. Narrator - Eloise Fairfax. Published Date - Monday, 20 January 2025.
Language:
English
Chapter 1
Duration:00:20:43
Chapter 2
Duration:00:21:00
Chapter 3
Duration:00:20:18
Chapter 4
Duration:00:20:57
Chapter 5
Duration:00:21:23
Chapter 6
Duration:00:20:54
Chapter 7
Duration:00:20:44
Chapter 8
Duration:00:20:33
Chapter 9
Duration:00:21:30
Chapter 10
Duration:00:21:38
Chapter 11
Duration:00:21:20
Chapter 12
Duration:00:21:25
Chapter 13
Duration:00:21:16
Chapter 14
Duration:00:21:24
Chapter 15
Duration:00:21:15
Chapter 16
Duration:00:20:51
Chapter 17
Duration:00:20:42
Chapter 18
Duration:00:20:52
Chapter 19
Duration:00:21:43
Chapter 20
Duration:00:21:55
Chapter 21
Duration:00:07:21