The Nine Unknown is a 1923 novel by Talbot Mundy. It is set in India and follows the adventures of a British soldier, Major Calthorpe, who is sent to investigate a mysterious secret society known as the Nine Unknown. The Nine Unknown are said to possess ancient knowledge and technology that could be used to either save or destroy the world. Major Calthorpe soon discovers that the Nine Unknown are in possession of a powerful weapon, the Elixir of Life, which can grant immortality. He also discovers that the Nine Unknown are in possession of a powerful secret, the secret of the Elixir of Life, which could be used to create a new world order. Major Calthorpe must battle against the Nine Unknown and their powerful allies in order to protect the world from their dangerous plans. Along the way, he discovers the truth about the Nine Unknown and their mysterious past. He also discovers the truth about himself and his own destiny.
By Talbot Mundy · First published 1923 · Genre: Adventure Fiction, Mystery, Fantasy · 21 chapters