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Arnold, Edwin Lester
1857
1935
Arnold, Edwin L.
Arnold, Edwin Lester Linden
Gulliver of Mars
Original title: Lieut. Gulliver Jones
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"Gulliver of Mars" by Edwin Lester Arnold is a science fiction novel written in the late 19th century. The story follows Lieutenant Gulliver Jones, a navy officer navigating his mundane life in New York City, when he encounters a mysterious old man who suddenly dies spectacularly. This odd event leads Gulliver to unknowingly pick up an enchanted rug that thrusts him into an extraordinary adventure on the planet Mars, filled with vibrant characters and fantastical landscapes. The opening of the novel introduces us to Gulliver Jones, who reflects on his motivations for writing down his incredible adventures, which he embarks on for love. As he makes his way home through a New York slum, the night turns ominous, and he accidentally becomes involved with the death of a peculiar little man. After bringing the man’s body to the hospital, Gulliver inadvertently acquires a strange rug, leading to a whimsical transformation that transports him to the mysterious Martian landscape. Upon awakening on Mars, he encounters gentle Martian folk, each adorned in curious attire and seemingly living carefree, devoid of the burdens of society found on Earth. The narrative promises a blend of adventure, exploration, and elements of romance, as Gulliver navigates this breathtakingly strange new world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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