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    • Chapter IV – At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter IV opens with the protagonist enduring a harsh march through unfamiliar terrain, chained and surrounded by fellow captives. What begins as a desolate journey turns unexpectedly profound when he is chained beside a striking young woman from Amoz, named Dian. Her presence stirs curiosity and compassion in him, though conversation is initially limited. With every step, the land shifts from bare plains to granite-carved cliffs, nature’s grandeur contrasting the grim reality of their imprisonment.…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter IV immerses the reader in the harsh Arctic landscape, where the unrelenting cold is a constant companion for the crew of the Erebus. The following day brings the same biting chill, and while the stewards remain busy, drying laundry on the rigging, Gore prepares for the elements by wearing leather breeches beneath woolen layers. The reflective sun bouncing off the ice creates an almost surreal atmosphere, where the vast, empty space plays tricks on the mind, turning even the most ordinary objects…
    • CHAPTER III -Thuvia, Maid of Mars Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER III – Thuvia, Maid of Mars opens with mounting tension as Thuvia's mysterious disappearance ignites political unrest across Barsoom. The abduction casts a shadow over Helium’s prince, Carthoris, whose previous admiration for the princess now threatens to entangle him in accusations of betrayal. Within Helium's royal halls, Tardos Mors and the legendary John Carter convene with urgency, determined to avoid conflict with Ptarth by demonstrating goodwill. Carthoris is entrusted with a delicate…
    • CHAPTER III – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER III – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive begins with a quieter but equally important moment, as Tom visits Mary Nestor to discuss recent developments. Their conversation shifts between excitement and concern as Tom recounts not only the ambitious electric locomotive proposal but also his brush with a nighttime thief. Mary, ever supportive, listens carefully and is relieved when Tom reveals that the stolen notes were indecipherable due to being written in his own private shorthand. The idea of…
    • CHAPTER III – Martian Canal System Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER III - Martian Canal System lies at the heart of Mars’ survival and sustainability, offering an unparalleled example of extraterrestrial engineering adapted to a world with scarce natural water sources. While Earth depends on rainfall, rivers, and underground aquifers, Mars relies solely on a network of artificial waterways, crafted with both foresight and necessity. Originating as a response to Christ's divine warning, these canals emerged from the Martian population’s urgency to prepare for…
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      by LovelyMay Chapter III begins with the narrator being dragged through a shadowy, tangled forest by a creature he cannot fully see or understand. The air is heavy, the silence often broken by strange animal cries, creating an atmosphere of unease. Eventually, the dense foliage opens up to reveal a village unlike anything imaginable—a series of huts woven into the canopy, suspended high above the forest floor. Rope bridges connect each dwelling, and curious creatures with semi-human features swing from branch to…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter III begins with Gore lying in his cabin, lost in reflection about his deteriorating physical state. His mind drifts to a comment made by Stanley about “Debility,” which describes the scurvy ravaging the crew and leaving them emotionally fragile and physically incapacitated. The imagery of despair surrounding him is palpable, with men lamenting their separation from home, dealing with joint pain, and suffering from the gradual loss of their teeth. The weight of these afflictions weighs heavily…
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      by LovelyMay CHAPTER II – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive continues with tension simmering beneath the surface, as Tom finds himself confronted by a masked thug under the shadow of an archway. The moment is brief but intense—Tom is held at gunpoint, forcibly searched, and has his wallet stolen. Despite the danger, he remains unnerved, suspecting the act was tied not to petty theft but to larger industrial interests. This calculated robbery aligns with the warning given by Mr. Richard Bartholomew about a…
    • CHAPTER II – Thuvia, Maid of Mars Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER II – Thuvia, Maid of Mars sets the stage high above the Martian ground, as a slender flier comes to rest atop the opulent palace of Helium’s nobility. The rooftop landing bustles with ritual, from the crisp salutes of warriors to the jeweled hands of noblewomen who aid their guest with respectful care. Vas Kor, arriving with calculated composure, steps from the craft to face the formal welcome of Kar Komak, the Jed of greater Helium, and is soon enveloped in the ceremonial routines that…
    • CHAPTER II – Population Centers, Temperatures and Climate Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER II - Population Centers, Temperatures and Climate describes Mars as a world of remarkable contrasts, with a population of 13.16 billion people spread across a vast expanse of habitable land. This is in sharp contrast to Earth, where just 1.645 billion people occupy less land, in part due to the large oceans that dominate Earth's surface. Mars, on the other hand, uses almost its entire landmass for habitation and agriculture, with the few exceptions being swampy areas and the polar ice caps. The…
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