The Antarean Odyssey

Jonathan Wright a sixty-five years old English art dealer is hired by Henry Dixon to attend a liquidation sale in France. There his meets Jim Thalon. Returning to America Jonathan arrives at the Dixon's mansion to set a tapestry he has acquired. During his activity he notices Henry Dixon somewhat unusual behavior arousing his curiosity. Following him down a corridor he hears voices coming from a room the door not quite closed he peers through the doorjamb noting a gesticulating hand whose fingers seem to be longer than a human's. The sound of a door closing forces him to retreat.<br>Is what he is hearing real?<br>Attending to the display at the party that same evening Jonathan tires from the tedious conversations and finds a place to relax. He discovers a study with a comfortable chair falls asleep and shortly awakened by two voices talking about a stellar trade agreement.