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From the Borders of Devachan

Sallie F. Toler

First published May 1897
Type Short Fiction
Length Short Story

Synopsis

A professor's daughter reanimates a Mayan mummy whose nostrils had been filled with a mysterious substance that causes suspended animation. After she revives him by kissing him and praying to Kwan Yin, he explains that his soul no longer fits in his body—but would she care to join him? The professor finds her body the next morning.

Notes

Believed to be among the first known uses of the term 'suspended animation' in science fiction.

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Publications (1)

Date Publication Publisher Type Page
May 1897 The White Elephant, May 1897 Frank Tousey MAGAZINE 18