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Title: Edison's Conquest of Mars
Note: Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary: "Edison's Conquest of Mars" by Garrett Putman Serviss is a science fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The book presents a thrilling narrative following the aftermath of a Martian invasion, where humanity, led by famed inventor Thomas Edison, rallies to launch a counter-offensive against the Martians by exploring and ultimately attempting to conquer Mars itself. The story intricately blends science, adventure, and imaginative technology, showcasing electric ships and disintegrators, which are pivotal to humanity's efforts to fend off extraterrestrial threats. The opening of the narrative sets the stage following a devastating Martian invasion that results in widespread destruction across the Earth. The protagonist recounts these catastrophic events and the ensuing despair among the human population, contrasted with a flicker of hope when Edison devises technological advancements to combat the Martians. As scientists and nations unite their resources, Edison leads a team to construct flying ships and potent weaponry, signaling humanity's determination to confront their foes head-on. The chapter not only portrays the emotional and psychological impact of the invasion but also builds anticipation for the upcoming interplanetary struggles and adventures as they embark on a journey to Mars, fueled by both fear and the will to conquer. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Serviss, Garrett Putman, 1851-1929
EBook No.: 19141
Published: Aug 29, 2006
Downloads: 311
Language: English
Subject: Science fiction
Subject: Martians -- Fiction
Subject: Mars (Planet) -- Fiction
Subject: Space travelers -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Edison's Conquest of Mars
Note: Reading ease score: 66.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Jason Isbell, Greg Weeks, Renald Levesque, and
the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at
http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Edison's Conquest of Mars" by Garrett Putman Serviss is a science fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The book presents a thrilling narrative following the aftermath of a Martian invasion, where humanity, led by famed inventor Thomas Edison, rallies to launch a counter-offensive against the Martians by exploring and ultimately attempting to conquer Mars itself. The story intricately blends science, adventure, and imaginative technology, showcasing electric ships and disintegrators, which are pivotal to humanity's efforts to fend off extraterrestrial threats. The opening of the narrative sets the stage following a devastating Martian invasion that results in widespread destruction across the Earth. The protagonist recounts these catastrophic events and the ensuing despair among the human population, contrasted with a flicker of hope when Edison devises technological advancements to combat the Martians. As scientists and nations unite their resources, Edison leads a team to construct flying ships and potent weaponry, signaling humanity's determination to confront their foes head-on. The chapter not only portrays the emotional and psychological impact of the invasion but also builds anticipation for the upcoming interplanetary struggles and adventures as they embark on a journey to Mars, fueled by both fear and the will to conquer. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Serviss, Garrett Putman, 1851-1929
EBook No.: 19141
Published: Aug 29, 2006
Downloads: 311
Language: English
Subject: Science fiction
Subject: Martians -- Fiction
Subject: Mars (Planet) -- Fiction
Subject: Space travelers -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.