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The Merchant and the Alchemist's Gate

Novella

The Merchant and the Alchemist's Gate

Ted Chiang

200783 pages

In ancient Baghdad, a fabric merchant discovers a mysterious gate that allows travelers to journey into the past or the future. Through a series of intertwined tales told by those who have used the gate, he learns that while time’s flow is unchangeable, understanding it can bring peace. Each story reveals how encounters with destiny and regret can ultimately offer wisdom and acceptance.

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