207 Results with the "Science Fiction" genre
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XI ‑At the earths core
In Chapter XI of "At the Earth's Core," the protagonist faces interrogation by the Mahars—intelligent dinosaur-like creatures ruling the inner world of Pellucidar. Disbelieving his account of the outer world, they condemn him to the experimental pits for vivisection, dismissing his story as an insult to their intelligence. Chained among other human victims, he witnesses a horrifying scene of vivisection, which fuels his desperation to escape. Utilizing a small surgical tool dropped by one of the Mahars,…-
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XII ‑At the earths core
In Chapter XII of "At the Earth's Core," titled "Pursuit," the narrative delves into the intricate escape plan devised by the protagonist and his companions from the clutches of the Mahars and Sagoths in the underground world of Pellucidar. After successfully masquerading in the skins of the Mahars to evade detection, the group, consisting of the narrator, Perry, Ghak, and Hooja the Sly, proceeds with caution through the bustling corridors and out into the main avenue of Phutra, where their disguise faces…-
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XIII ‑At the earths core
The chapter "The Sly One" from "At the Earth's Core" unfolds with a dramatic escape through a narrow canyon, led by the protagonist and his companions from their Sagoth pursuers. Amidst their desperate flight to reach the cliffs of Sari and hopefully the aid of the Sarian warriors, they suddenly realize the betrayal by Hooja, who had promised aid but instead had left them to fend for themselves, seeking revenge on the protagonist for past grievances. As the Sagoths close in, a strategic decision by the…-
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XIV ‑At the earths core
The fourteenth chapter of "At the Earth’s Core" titled "The Garden of Eden" narrates the protagonist's continuous journey in the underground world of Pellucidar. Lost and hungry, he discovers a small cave for shelter and manages to hunt for food. Significantly, he encounters Dian the Beautiful, and together, they face a formidable prehistoric creature, a thipdar, solidifying their bond as they fend off the threat. The chapter delves deeply into the dynamics of their relationship, marked by…-
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XV ‑At the earths core
In Chapter XV of "At the Earth's Core," entitled "Back to Earth," the narrator David Innes and Dian emerge onto a vast plain, devoid of familiar directional markers, after journeying through the subterranean world of Pellucidar. Their discoveries include encountering massive quadrupeds called lidis, ridden by people from a distant land, and forming alliances with various tribal leaders to combat common enemies—the Sagoths and their Mahar masters. The chapter describes the strategic formation of an…-
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VII ‑At the earths core
In "Freedom," the seventh chapter of "At the Earth's Core," the protagonist finds himself temporarily free from immediate danger after evading a large animal and the disorganized guards. This newfound hope leads him through a dark corridor and up a flight of steps to the surface, just outside the city of Phutra, in the land called Pellucidar. The continuous daylight and the verdant, untamed landscape of Pellucidar offer both a marvel to behold and a tactical advantage for escape. Despite the potential for…-
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Gulliver of Mars
Gulliver of Mars by Edwin L. Arnold is a science fiction novel that follows the adventures of a man named Gulliver who, after a mysterious journey, finds himself stranded on Mars, where he encounters strange alien life forms, advanced civilizations, and a series of thrilling challenges that test his courage and intellect. The novel combines elements of adventure, exploration, and social commentary, drawing inspiration from Jonathan Swift's *Gulliver's Travels* while offering a unique take on interplanetary exploration.-
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CHAPTER IV ‑Gulliver of Mars
Lodged regally in a foreign Martian city, the narrator awakens from a restful sleep in a luxurious chamber and ventures onto a terrace to absorb the breathtaking sunrise and city view. Below, he observes a colorful gathering of locals participating in a communal food distribution, illustrating the people's indolence and reliance on a group of diligent yellow-clothed slaves who manage the city's labor. An, his Martian friend, approaches with a cheerful greeting and informs him that the government is ready…-
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CHAPTER I ‑Gulliver of Mars
In the opening chapter of "Gulliver of Mars," the protagonist, a lieutenant disillusioned with his mundane existence and haunted by unrequited love, teeters on the edge of a fantastical adventure spurred by his longing for a life beyond the ordinary. Gulliver Jones's narrative unfolds on a dreary New York evening, as he meanders through the slums, longing for the comfort of home. Unexpectedly, his night takes a turn towards the extraordinary when he encounters a dying old man, adorned in peculiar attire…-
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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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