Saknarth

Name: Saknarth
Author: Donald A. Wollheim

By Donald A. Wollheim

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A veteran astrologer, recalling a cryptic warning whispered during an old trial, has spent decades rising to the Imperial Observatory while privately manufacturing forecasts to preserve the profession's authority. Driven by curiosity about reported lights on the Morning Star, he infiltrates the Museum's forbidden Hall of Evil Things and uses a confiscated great telescope to view the blue planet at dawn. The clandestine observation forces him to confront how prophecy, ritual, and power are constructed, and sets in motion a quiet conflict between scientific curiosity and institutional superstition.

About the Author

Donald A. Wollheim

Donald A. Wollheim was an influential American science fiction writer and editor, known for his imaginative storytelling and contributions to the genre. His works often explore themes of space exploration and the unknown, with notable titles including "The Secret of the Ninth Planet" and "One Against the Moon." Wollheim's writing is characterized by a blend of adventure and speculative ideas, appealing to both young readers and adults. In addition to his fiction, he played a significant role in shaping the science fiction community through his editorial work, helping to promote and publish the works of other authors.