220 Results in the "Science Fiction" category


    • The Monster Men Cover
      by LovelyMay The Monster Men by Edgar Rice Burroughs is a thrilling science fiction tale of Dr. Arthur Maxon, who attempts to create artificial life on a remote island, resulting in a series of monstrous beings, one of whom challenges the definition of humanity as he falls in love with Maxon’s daughter amidst danger and adventure.
    • Section 3: Concerning the Inhabitants of Flatland Cover
      by LovelyMay Section 3 explores the social structure of Flatland through both its geometry and strict hierarchy. Buildings in populated areas must follow a legal standard that ensures safety by limiting sharp angles, with pentagonal forms being the lowest acceptable design. This reflects a broader cultural shift, where even architecture mirrors the drive toward symmetry and refinement. Only in remote, undeveloped regions might a square house still be found—an architectural relic seen more as a curiosity than a…
    • CHAPTER XIII -Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XIII – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive opens on a day filled with cautious optimism as Tom Swift finally unveils the Hercules 0001 to a gathering of friends, engineers, and curious onlookers. The electric locomotive, towering at over ninety feet, is unlike anything seen on a rail line before. Its bold design features elevated windows, a sleek body, and a raised pantagraph giving it an imposing silhouette against the industrial backdrop. As the crowd gathers along the yard track, Tom powers…
    • CHAPTER V – Property and Property Rights Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER V - Property and Property Rights on Mars presents an alternative to Earth’s approach to wealth and material possession, one that reflects a collective and spiritual understanding rather than individual accumulation. On Mars, all property is viewed as a divine gift, meant to be shared for the benefit of the community. There is no emphasis on private ownership or the hoarding of goods, as Martians understand that material wealth is fleeting. True wealth, according to their beliefs, is found in…
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      Chapter VI

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter VI begins with the leaders of a small group—a frail elderly man and two younger hunters—requesting permission to board the ship Erebus. In the absence of an interpreter from Franklin’s expedition, Captain Crozier of the Terror reluctantly steps in to facilitate communication, despite the clear language barrier between him and the Esquimaux. A party of ten natives is welcomed aboard, but their behavior is immediately striking for its departure from typical native customs. Instead of the…
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      Chapter 22

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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter 22 introduces readers to the concept of antimatter, a fascinating but dangerous material that behaves similarly to regular matter in most situations, yet becomes deadly when it interacts with normal matter. This interaction triggers violent reactions, releasing harmful gamma rays and high-speed subatomic particles, which can lead to catastrophic consequences. The nature of antimatter makes it a substance that must be avoided by all living organisms, as even the smallest contact could result in…
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      PART TEN

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      by LovelyMay In Chapter Ten of "Anthem," the narrator describes discovering a house from the Unmentionable Times after traversing a challenging mountain range and forests unseen and undisturbed by human society. This house, distinct in architecture with its two stories, flat roof, and predominant windows, represents a treasure trove of the past, filled with artifacts, clothing, and books from a civilization long gone. Unlike the communal living enforced in their society, this house suggests a more individualistic and…
    • Chapter 11 – “I am Coming!” Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter 11 - "I am Coming!" opens in the aftermath of chaos, where urgency eclipses reason. Virginia Maxon’s disappearance becomes the singular focus for Professor Maxon, von Horn, Sing Lee, and the sole lascar survivor from the Ithaca. With limited time and unknown threats ahead, they board a serviceable boat to follow what little trail remains. They soon spot the Ithaca, adrift and overtaken by native Dyaks whom they rescue from a storm. This moment of uneasy alliance shifts the momentum. In return for…
    • Section 15: Concerning a Stranger from Spaceland Cover
      by LovelyMay Section 15 begins in the quiet of a reflective evening, marking the final day of the 1999th year. The steady rhythm of the rain had already welcomed the night, and I sat in silence with my wife as we anticipated the arrival of a new age. With our children and grandchildren already retired to their rooms, the moment held a kind of reverence, a solemn appreciation for the cycles of time. There’s something profound about witnessing not just the end of a year, but the close of a millennium. It invites…
    • CHAPTER XXIV – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER XXIV – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive escalates into a high-stakes encounter as Tom finds himself in the middle of a sabotage attempt designed to derail both his invention and reputation. The freight train thunders toward a wrongly positioned switch, a setup meant to cause destruction. Montagne Lewis, desperate to eliminate the competition posed by the Hercules 0001, believes his plan will go unnoticed. From his elevated position, Tom spots the danger and reacts instantly. His warning…
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