The Lord of Death and the Queen of Life by Homer Eon Flint
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| Author | Flint, Homer Eon, 1888-1924 |
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| Title | The Lord of Death and the Queen of Life |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Lord of Death and the Queen of Life" by Homer Eon Flint is a science fiction novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story follows a group of adventurers—an architect, a doctor, an engineer, and a geologist—who embark on an expedition to Mercury, exploring its peculiar landscapes and searching for signs of life. The narrative weaves together themes of scientific discovery, the mystery of alien civilizations, and the exploration of ancient ruins on a world previously thought to be barren. At the start of the story, the four men navigate their advanced sky-car while discussing the peculiar nature of Mercury and the possibility of ancient life existing there. The opening chapters detail their journey and observations, hinting at the mysteries that await them on the planet. As they approach Mercury, they witness its strange geography and note the absence of signs of life, despite the well-structured cities they uncover. The initial intrigue transitions into a world of discovery as they explore a dead city filled with advanced machinery, leading to further questions about the fate of its inhabitants. Their discoveries set the stage for a deeper exploration of Mercury’s past, preparing the reader for a story that melds adventure with the pursuit of knowledge about alien life and history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Life on other planets -- Fiction |
| Subject | Venus (Planet) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Mercury (Planet) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 5703 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 29, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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