
SF Boxed Set: 140+ Intergalactic Action Adventures, Dystopian Novels & Lost World Classics
Exploring the Depths of Science Fiction LiteratureBy Jules Verne, Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson, Edgar Allan Poe, William Hope Hodgson, George MacDonald, Percy Greg, Jack London, Arthur Conan Doyle, Ernest Bramah, Jonathan Swift, Cleveland Moffett, William Morris, Anthony Trollope, Richard Jefferies, Samuel Butler, David Lindsay, Edward Everett Hale, Edward Bellamy, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Edgar Wallace, Francis Bacon, Robert Cromie, Abraham Merritt, Ignatius Donnelly, Owen Gregory, H. G. Wells, Stanley G. Weinbaum, Fred M. White, H. P. Lovecraft, Garrett P. Serviss, Henry Rider Haggard, Mary Shelley, Malcolm Jameson, Edward Bulwer-Lytton, Lewis Grassic Gibbon, Otis Adelbert Kline, C. J. Cutcliffe Hyne, Edwin A. Abbott, Arthur Dudley Vinton, Gertrude Barrows Bennett, Hugh Benson, Margaret Cavendish, James Fenimore CoopeLength773h 9m
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The 'SF Boxed Set: 140+ Intergalactic Action Adventures, Dystopian Novels & Lost World Classics' is a sweeping compilation that charts a course through the realms of speculative fiction. This expansive anthology boasts an impressive array of narratives that traverse the breathtaking boundaries of space, time, and imagination. With its blend of dystopian futures, interstellar expeditions, and mythical lost worlds, the collection invites readers to experience the perennial clash between humanity, nature, and the unknown. Iconic pieces resurrect age-old myths and daring new visions, and due to the editorial finesse, stories seamlessly juxtapose escapism with profound social commentary, enriching our insights into human consciousness and societal musings. Drawing from an illustrious group of authors including Jules Verne, H.G. Wells, and Mary Shelley, the anthology unites voices that have indelibly shaped the landscape of speculative fiction. These writers'Äîhailing from different historical epochs and cultural milieus'Äîchallenge the reader to reflect on the continuous evolution of the genre. The collective efforts resonate with conceptual frameworks from literary movements such as Gothic, Romantic, and Modernist, articulating varied responses to the socio-political climates of their times. Together, they weave a rich tapestry that explores the intricate relationships between individuals and their worlds, both real and imagined. This anthology is a treasure trove for avid readers and scholars, presenting an unparalleled opportunity to explore the multifaceted landscape of speculative fiction. It offers a captivating journey through diverse perspectives and styles, compelling educators and students alike to engage with its myriad themes. As a compendium of masterpieces, this collection not only deepens the reader's understanding of speculative thought but also fosters a lively dialogue across the ages. Embrace this volume for its ambition and breadth, and allow the varied voices to guide you through journeys of discovery and wonder.
Audiobook details
GenreScience Fiction
Length773 hrs 9 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 2, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1SF Boxed Set: 140+ Intergalactic Action Adventures, Dystopian Novels & Lost World Classics
2Chapter I
3Chapter II
4Chapter III
5Chapter IV
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6Chapter V
7Chapter VI
8Chapter VII
9Chapter VIII
10Chapter IX
11Chapter X
12Chapter XI
13Chapter XII
14Chapter One. The Eve of the War
15Chapter Two. The Falling Star
16Chapter Three. On Horsell Common
17Chapter Four. The Cylinder Opens
18Chapter Five. The HeatRay
19Chapter Six. The HeatRay in the Chobham Road
20Chapter Seven. How I Reached Home
21Chapter Eight. Friday Night
22Chapter Nine. The Fighting Begins
23Chapter Ten. In the Storm
24Chapter Eleven. At the Window
25Chapter Twelve. What I Saw of the Destruction
26Chapter Thirteen. How I Fell in with the Curate
27Chapter Fourteen. In London
28Chapter Fifteen. What Had Happened in Surrey
29Chapter Sixteen. The Exodus from London
30Chapter Seventeen. The “Thunder Child”
31Chapter One. Under Foot
32Chapter Two. What We Saw from the Ruined House
33Chapter Three. The Days of Imprisonment
34Chapter Four. The Death of the Curate
35Chapter Five. The Stillness
36Chapter Six. The Work of Fifteen Days
37Chapter Seven. The Man on Putney Hill
38Chapter Eight. Dead London
39Chapter Nine. Wreckage
40Introduction
41Chapter 1. In the Dinghy of the Lady Vain
42Chapter 2. The Man Who was Going Nowhere
43Chapter 3. The Strange Face
44Chapter 4. At the Schooner’s Rail
45Chapter 5. The Landing on the Island
46Chapter 6. The Evil-Looking Boatmen
47Chapter 7. The Locked Door
48Chapter 8. The Crying of the Puma
49Chapter 9. The Thing in the Forest
50Chapter 10. The Crying of the Man