Length310h 56m

About this audiobook

The anthology '60 Space Sci-Fi Books' offers a fascinating journey through the varied landscapes of space science fiction, a genre that has captivated the imaginations of readers for over a century. Within this extensive collection, the exploration of extraterrestrial realms and the intricacies of interstellar travel are presented through a diverse array of narrative styles and thematic undertakings, from the adventurous to the metaphysical. Significant for its inclusion of seminal works that have shaped the genre, this collection showcases the evolution of space-themed storytelling, inviting readers to experience the breadth of creativity and speculative prowess the genre offers. The authors featured in this collection, such as H. G. Wells and Philip K. Dick, among others, bring a rich tapestry of backgrounds ranging from the scientific to the fantastical. Their narratives not only reflect the technological aspirations and anxieties of their respective eras but also contribute to broader literary and cultural movements, such as Modernism and the Golden Age of Science Fiction. Together, their works offer a panoramic view of the historical and imaginative contours of space science fiction, providing readers with a comprehensive insight into the development of the genre. '60 Space Sci-Fi Books' is an essential anthology for anyone interested in the intersections of literature, science, and speculation. This collection offers readers a unique opportunity to engage with the voices that have defined and expanded the boundaries of the space sci-fi genre. It serves as an educational resource and a portal to the diverse universes these authors have imagined. Delve into this collection to explore the myriad possibilities of space as envisioned by some of science fiction's most iconic writers.

Audiobook details

Rating★★★★ 4.0 (52)
Includes Goodreads, Amazon
GenreScience Fiction
Length310 hrs 56 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 21, 2018
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1The Skylark of Space & Skylark Three (2 Sci-Fi Classics)
260 Space Sci-Fi Books
3Jules Verne
4From the Earth to the Moon
5Chapter I. The Gun Club.
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6Chapter II. President Barbicane’s Communication.
7Chapter III. Effect of President Barbicane’s Communication.
8Chapter IV. Answer from the Cambridge Observatory.
9Chapter V. The Romance of the Moon.
10Chapter VI. What it is Impossible to Ignore and What is No Longer Allowed to Be Believed in the United States.
11Chapter VII. The Hymn of the Cannonball.
12Chapter VIII. History of the Cannon.
13Chapter IX. The Question of Powders.
14Chapter X. One Enemy Against Twenty-Five Millions of Friends.
15Chapter XI. Florida and Texas.
16Chapter XII. “Urbi et Orbi.”
17Chapter XIII. Stony Hill.
18Chapter XIV. Pickaxe and Trowel.
19Chapter XV. The Ceremony of the Casting.
20Chapter XVI. The Columbiad.
21Chapter XVII. A Telegram.
22Chapter XVIII. The Passenger of the Atlanta.
23Chapter XIX. A Meeting.
24Chapter XX. Thrust and Parry.
25Chapter XXI. How a Frenchman Settles an Affair.
26Chapter XXII. The New Citizen of the United States.
27Chapter XXIII. The Projectile Compartment.
28Chapter XXIV. The Telescope of the Rocky Mountains.
29Chapter XXV. Final Details.
30Chapter XXVI. Fire!
31Chapter XXVII. Cloudy Weather.
32Chapter XXVIII. A New Star.
33Around the Moon
34Preliminary Chapter, Resuming the First Part of the Work and Serving as an Introduction to the Second.
35Chapter I. From 10 P.M. to 10 46' 40''.
36Chapter II. The First Half Hour.
37Chapter III. They Make Themselves at Home and Feel Quite Comfortable.
38Chapter IV. A Chapter for the Cornell Girls.
39Chapter V. The Colds of Space.
40Chapter VI. Instructive Conversation.
41Chapter VII. A High Old Time.
42Chapter VIII. The Neutral Point.
43Chapter IX. A Little Off the Track.
44Chapter X. The Observers of the Moon.
45Chapter XI. Fact and Fancy.
46Chapter XII. A Bird's Eye View of the Lunar Mountains.
47Chapter XIII. Lunar Landscapes
48Chapter XIV. A Night of Fifteen Days.
49Chapter XV. Glimpses at the Invisible.
50Chapter XVI. The Southern Hemisphere.
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