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_aMunro, John, _d1849-1930 |
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| 245 | 1 | 2 | _aA Trip to Venus: A Novel |
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_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2004 |
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| 500 | _aRelease date is 2004-10-11 | ||
| 508 | _aProduced by Steven desJardins and Distributed Proofreaders. | ||
| 520 | _a"A Trip to Venus: A Novel" by John Munro is a science fiction novel written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the intriguing hypothesis of interplanetary travel, specifically to Venus, as explored through the eyes of its main character and narrator, who engages with various scientists, including the erudite Professor Gazen, and the eccentric inventor Mr. Nasmyth Carmichael. Through their conversations, the narrative delves into scientific theories, the possibility of extraterrestrial communication, and the human desire for exploration beyond Earth. The opening of the novel introduces us to a world filled with wonder and scientific inquiry. It begins with the narrator's fascination with a mysterious light observed on Mars, leading him to visit Professor Gazen, who dismisses the idea of signaling from extraterrestrial beings but acknowledges the astronomical event's significance. The discussions explore human limitations in understanding life on other planets, sparking a desire for exploration. We are also introduced to Mr. Carmichael’s experimental flying machine, which is designed to navigate both the atmosphere and space. As the story unfolds, the excitement around their impending journey to Venus captures both the scientific imagination and the reader's anticipation of adventure in the cosmos, setting the stage for an exploration of themes of human curiosity and the quest for knowledge. (This is an automatically generated summary.) | ||
| 534 | _nOriginal publication data not identified | ||
| 653 | _aScience fiction | ||
| 653 | _aVenus (Planet) -- Fiction | ||
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