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Step into the imaginative world of Edisons Conquest of Mars, a captivating science fiction novel by Garrett P. Serviss, published in 1898. While science fiction was still finding its identity as a genre, it thrived in the literary landscape, with stories and novels captivating readers in numerous fiction magazines. This unauthorized sequel to H. G. Wellss The War of the Worlds takes you on an adventurous journey to Mars, inspired by the legendary inventor Thomas Edison, who also serves as the storys hero. Though it may not have reached the same heights of fame as its predecessor, this tale ...

Astronomy is known as the oldest of the sciences, and it will be the longest-lived because it will always have arcana that have not been penetrated." - Excerpt from the Preface

Edison's Conquest of Mars, by Garrett P. Serviss, is one of the many science fiction novels published in the nineteenth century. Although science fiction was not at the time thought of as a distinct literary genre, it was a very popular literary form, with almost every fiction magazine regularly publishing science fiction stories and novels. "Edison's Conquest of Mars" was published in 1898 as an unauthorized sequel to H. G. Wells's The War of the Worlds, but did not achieve the fame of its predecessor. The book was endorsed by Thomas Edison, the hero of the book -- though not by Wells. (...

Journey into the world of Garrett Putnam Serviss (1851-1929), a pioneering astronomer, popular science writer, and visionary of early science fiction. With a remarkable ability to simplify complex scientific concepts for the everyday reader, Serviss captivated audiences with his passion for astronomy‚Aîeight of his fifteen published works delve into this fascinating field. His influence on the publics understanding of astronomy was unparalleled in his time. Beyond his literary pursuits, Serviss was an avid mountain climber, famously conquering the Matterhorn at age 43 in a quest to ...

Immerse yourself in a thrilling science fiction adventure reminiscent of the works of Jules Verne. Follow an independent scientist as he unravels the mystery of inter-atomic energy and constructs a remarkable spacecraft. Alongside three brave friends, he embarks on a journey to Venus, where they encounter enigmatic inhabitants of the dark side, breathtaking floating cities, and danger at every turn. (Summary by Mark Nelson)