207 Results with the "Science Fiction" genre
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Chapter VIII of "Thuvia, Maid of Mars" titled "The Hall of Doom," unfolds with Thuvia witnessing Carthoris's departure, leaving her with Tario, the jeddak of Lothar. Tario's solicitation and subsequent confession that he perceives Thuvia as a real woman, rather than an ethereal creation, mark the beginning of an unsettling encounter. Thuvia, strong-willed and defiant, rejects Tario's advances and assertions about her origin and essence. Tario's fascination turns into obsession, leading to an attempt to…-
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CHAPTER VIII ‑Gulliver of Mars
Chapter VIII of "Gulliver of Mars" unfolds with the protagonist, now fully enveloped in the alien landscape of Mars, waking from a night of wine-induced ambiguity. He reminisces about the feast from the prior evening, questioning the reality of the events, particularly the existence of the lovely Heru and the horrific ape-like creatures. Upon recognizing physical remnants of the previous night's escapades, his thoughts pivot sharply to Heru's safety, launching him into a frantic search. As the search…-
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Chapter VIII of "The Planet Mars and Its Inhabitants" presents Mars as an ideal society devoid of crime, where all property is communal and the concept of selfishness is entirely absent. Mars is depicted as a world teeming with life, its surface covered with dwellings, factories, and storehouses, yet it operates without the need for security forces such as watchmen or police. This harmonious existence is attributed to the universal understanding among Martians that all possessions are gifts from the Father…
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In Chapter VIII of "Thuvia, Maid of Mars," titled "The Hall of Doom," the narrative intensifies as Thuvia is left alone with Tario, the ethereal Jeddak of Lothar, whose advances she firmly rebuffs, declaring herself no one's creation but a real princess of Ptarth. Tario, both fascinated and incredulous at Thuvia's reality, attempts to coerce her affection through hypnotic manipulation, briefly swaying her emotions until she snaps out of his influence, defending herself and threatening Tario with the…
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Chapter VIII
Chapter VIII unfolds in April 1848, as Commander Gore, believed to be dead for the past eight months, is overwhelmed by a vivid imagining of the tragedy that has unfolded in his absence. He pores over the grim accounts of Franklin's ill-fated expedition, which was stranded in the unforgiving Arctic aboard the ships Erebus and Terror. The expedition's skilled sportsman has perished, and a single violent storm wipes out another hunting party of officers and men. As temperatures plummet, isolation takes its…-
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CHAPTER VII THUVIA
In Chapter VII of "Thuvia, Maid of Mars," titled "The Phantom Bowmen," the narrative unfolds with an intense confrontation. Carthoris, the Prince of Helium, and Thuvia, Princess of Ptarth, find themselves in the mysterious city of Lothar. They encounter Jav, a local, and Tario, the self-proclaimed last jeddak of Barsoom. In a surprising turn, Carthoris confronts phantom bowmen, solidifying Lothar's surreal nature, where belief and imagination manifest reality. Tario, both intrigued and threatened by the… -
And with that, he was gone, leaving Jav with his brows drawn down in puzzled contemplation of his act. He could not understand. Neither could he know that Carthoris had gleaned from the things Jav had let drop hints which he had not intended to impart in the hope that they might lead the Heliumite to act precisely as he had acted. Enveloped in a scenario of illusion versus reality, Chapter VII of "Thuvia, Maid of Mars" titled "The Phantom Bowmen" embarks on an intense confrontation at the Lotharian…
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CHAPTER VII ‑Gulliver of Mars
In Chapter VII of "Gulliver of Mars," the protagonist finds himself increasingly entangled in the peculiar and whimsical ways of the Martians. Reflecting on his sudden and remarkable journey to Mars, he experiences a mix of awe and unease. The Martians, with their cheerful dispositions and unusual customs, make it difficult for him to dwell on his predicament. He befriends another Martian who introduces him to local customs, including their unique funeral practices, indicating Martians' indifference to…-
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In 1920, the compiler of this volume received clairvoyant visions, explaining the details of life and topography on Mars. These visions began unfolding the landscape, the Martian inhabitants, and their ways of life, providing a vivid glimpse into a distant world far beyond the confines of Earthly experience. Here's a consolidated glimpse into these revelations: Cityscape and Architecture: The first vision was of Urid the Beautiful, showcasing a breathtaking city beside a scenic lake, surrounded by…
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In Chapter VII of "Thuvia, Maid of Mars," titled "The Phantom Bowmen," an intense encounter unfolds involving Carthoris, Thuvia, and the inhabitants of Lothar, a hidden enclave on Mars. The chapter opens with a confrontation between Carthoris and Jav, a Lotharian, which is swiftly complicated by the appearance of seemingly real bowmen who, to the astonishment of Carthoris and Thuvia, turn out to be mere illusions, vanishing into thin air. This startling revelation sets the stage for a deeper exploration of…
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