In the year 2889 by Michel Verne and Jules Verne
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| Author | Verne, Michel, 1861-1925 |
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| Author | Verne, Jules, 1828-1905 |
| Title | In the year 2889 |
| Note | Wikipedia page about this book: https: //en.wikipedia.org/wiki/In_the_Year_2889_(short_story) |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Norm Wolcott |
| Summary | "In the year 2889" by Michel Verne and Jules Verne is a speculative science fiction narrative likely written during the late 19th century. The book explores a future society that has advanced remarkably in technology and lifestyle, reflecting on the marvels of civilization that have become commonplace in the lives of its inhabitants. Through its imaginative premise, it delves into topics such as transportation, communication, and changes in human relationships and societal structures. The story centers around Fritz Napoleon Smith, the wealthy and influential editor of the Earth Chronicle, who embodies the epitome of progress in the year 2889. As the narrative unfolds over a single day in Smith's life, it illustrates the futuristic wonders that define his existence, such as pneumatic tubes for rapid travel, telephotic communication allowing real-time visual contact with loved ones, and a system of telephonic journalism where news is delivered directly to listeners in an interactive format. Additionally, the book touches on themes of societal change, the evolution of journalism, and the ongoing quest for scientific advancements, including attempts to communicate with extraterrestrial worlds. Through both its visionary elements and satirical commentary on contemporary society, the narrative provides a thought-provoking examination of progress and its implications for the future. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PQ: Language and Literatures: Romance literatures: French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19362 |
| Release Date | Sep 23, 2006 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 387 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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