331 Results with the "Science Fiction" genre


    • 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…
    • Chapter II — At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter II begins with David Innes waking to a world he cannot recognize, a place that defies every expectation he had of the Earth’s interior. Instead of suffocating darkness or unbearable heat, he finds himself surrounded by a surprisingly hospitable environment. The atmosphere is breathable, the gravity feels lighter, and the sheer scale of everything—from the vegetation to the silence—creates an almost dreamlike effect. At first, fear grips him, especially when he cannot immediately locate Perry.…
    • CHAPTER I — Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER I – Tom Swift and His Electric Locomotive begins not with gears turning or engines roaring, but with an unexpected visit that hints at urgency and ambition. Mr. Richard Bartholomew, a determined man representing the Hendrickton and Pas Alos Railroad, arrives at the Swift home with a request that is as bold as it is risky. His company, battling fierce competition and financial instability, needs a revolutionary solution. Facing a powerful rival railroad led by the resourceful and, as he describes,…
    • CHAPTER I — Thuvia, Maid of Mars Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER I – Thuvia, Maid of Mars begins amidst the lush splendor of Ptarth’s royal gardens, where the atmosphere is thick with unspoken tension and looming political consequence. Thuvia, princess of Ptarth, stands firm against Astok, Prince of Dusar, who, emboldened by his station, attempts to claim more than polite affection. Her rejection is immediate and fiery—an assertive reminder that status does not entitle desire. When Astok presses further with a forceful gesture, Thuvia's cry for help…
    • by LovelyMay Chapter I begins within the verdant heart of Ptarth’s royal gardens, where Thuvia sat beneath the soft blossoms of a towering pimalia. Her stillness was deceiving, for inwardly she wrestled with the unwelcome persistence of Astok, Prince of Dusar. His declarations, wrapped in veiled arrogance and disregard for her will, only deepened her scorn. He misunderstood her civility as invitation, forgetting the restraint expected of Martian nobility. When his forwardness crossed the line, Carthoris of Helium…
    • CHAPTER I — The Planet Mars and Its Inhabitants Cover
      by LovelyMay CHAPTER I - The Planet Mars and Its Inhabitants introduces Eros Urides, a former Martian who seeks to enlighten humanity by sharing the profound insights he gained during his time on Mars. Eros emphasizes the central tenet of Martian society: equality, which transcends wealth, social status, and material possessions. This principle, rooted in a belief that all physical beings are manifestations of the divine, forms the foundation of Martian life and permeates every aspect of their culture. According to…
    • Chapter I — Gulliver of  Mars Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter I begins not with triumph but with quiet discontent. The protagonist, Lieutenant Gulliver Jones, is weighed down by the burden of unrealized dreams and the ache of a love that never fully bloomed. Walking the rain-washed streets of New York, he drifts through alleyways as if the city itself has grown tired of offering him meaning. The night seems ordinary, dreary even, until his path crosses with a figure slumped in the shadows. This old man, clad in unfamiliar garb and cradling a thick,…
    • Chapter I — At the earths core Cover
      by LovelyMay Chapter I begins with David Innes reflecting on the pivotal decisions that led to the most unimaginable experience of his life. As the inheritor of a vast mining fortune, David chose to invest in innovation, particularly in a groundbreaking invention developed by his partner, Perry. The older scientist had designed a steel machine known as the “iron mole,” capable of drilling deep into the Earth’s crust—a marvel of engineering aimed at revolutionizing resource extraction. Fueled by ambition and…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin Chapter I introduces the protagonist, who is navigating an overwhelming and hostile environment, facing both physical and emotional detachment from the realities of survival. The extreme cold around him dulls his senses, creating a disorienting experience where his thoughts drift aimlessly, akin to translucent jellyfish drifting in the vast, unforgiving Arctic landscape. This internal fog mirrors his numbness to the world outside, as the biting cold gnaws at his hands and feet, yet his mind persists with a…
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      by testsuphomeAdmin The chapter opens with the protagonist reflecting on Visiting Day, an event she dreads yet anticipates with nervous energy. She notices her body has transformed during Dauntless initiation, losing its softness and gaining defined muscles, leaving her conflicted about the change. As she dresses, she struggles with pants that no longer fit, symbolizing her physical and emotional transition. The tension escalates when she encounters a group of hostile initiates, including Peter and Molly, who mock her…
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