02505cam a22003253u 4500 27434 UtSlPG 20260610133627.0 m cr n 260607r2008||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 06023120 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Chapman, S. E. (Samuel E.), 1847-1930 Doctor Jones' Picnic Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2008 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2008-12-07 Produced by David Clarke,Graeme Mackreth and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Doctor Jones' Picnic" by S. E. Chapman is a novel written in the late 19th century that blends elements of adventure, science fiction, and romance. The story follows Dr. Jonathan Jones, an enthusiastic physician with grand ambitions to reach the North Pole using an innovative aluminum globe he devises for aerial navigation. Together with his friend Denison and a small crew, including his wife and various scientists, they embark on an extraordinary journey filled with optimism and discussions of philosophical and scientific inquiries. The opening of the book introduces the ambitious premise as Dr. Jones expresses his frustration with past Arctic explorers' failures and outlines his revolutionary plan for an airship capable of floating to the North Pole. He eagerly shares his ideas with Denison, who becomes intrigued and decides to invest in the project. As the initial chapters unfold, readers are introduced to Mrs. Jones, who initially opposes her husband’s reckless ambitions, but her character evolves into one of greater support, enhancing the dynamics within the group. The narrative sets the stage for both the adventure towards the Pole and the broader themes of hope, scientific inquiry, and personal ambition, promising an engaging read for those interested in science fiction and explorative narratives. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Science fiction Imaginary wars and battles -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/27434 68343 68343