The Greatest Sci-Fi Tales Ever Written
By Jules Verne, Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson, Edgar Allan Poe, William Hope Hodgson, George MacDonald, Jack London, Arthur Conan Doyle, David Lindsay, Edward Bellamy, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, Abraham Merritt, H. G. Wells, H. Rider Haggard, Mary Shelley, Edward Bulwer-Lytton, Edwin A. Abbott, Hugh Benson
Length179h 17m
About this audiobook
The Greatest Sci-Fi Tales Ever Written is an unparalleled anthology that captures the limitless boundaries of imagination across a spectrum of narratives and styles. This collection traverses the depths of speculative fiction, from journeys into the heart of uncharted worlds, to introspective discourses on the nature of society and morality. Each tale, diverse in its conception and execution, contributes to a rich tapestry of storytelling that transports the reader through time, space, and the very essence of human consciousness. Standout pieces illuminate the ingenuity inherent in science fiction, exploring themes of technology, exploration, and the sublime. Featuring literary giants such as Jules Verne, Edgar Allan Poe, and Mary Shelley, the anthology draws together voices from the 19th and early 20th centuries, whose works reflect and shape the burgeoning genre of science fiction. With an array of cultural and historical backdrops—from the industrial revolution through the cusp of modernization—these authors engage with the rapid technological advancements and societal shifts of their times. Together, their collective vision enriches this anthology, illustrating the multifaceted nature of science fiction as a commentary on both the present and the possible. The Greatest Sci-Fi Tales Ever Written offers readers an invitation to experience a world of speculative wonderment, where different perspectives and artistic styles converge in a singular volume. This collection is an invaluable resource for those seeking a comprehensive insight into the early contributions to science fiction, emphasizing its educational and cultural significance. As readers journey through these chronicles, they are encouraged to reflect on the enduring dialogue between technology, society, and imagination, which is deftly captured through the myriad voices showcased within its pages.
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GenreScience Fiction
Length179 hrs 17 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 26, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1The Greatest Sci-Fi Tales Ever Written
2Jules Verne
3Preface
4Chapter I. The Professor And His Family
5Chapter II. A Mystery To Be Solved At Any Price
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6Chapter III. The Runic Writing Exercises The Professor
7Chapter IV. The Enemy To Be Starved Into Submission
8Chapter V. Famine, Then Victory, Followed By Dismay
9Chapter VI. Exciting Discussions About An Unparalleled Enterprise
10Chapter VII. A Woman’s Courage
11Chapter VIII. Serious Preparations For Vertical Descent
12Chapter IX. Iceland! But What Next?
13Chapter X. Interesting Conversations With Icelandic Savants
14Chapter XI. A Guide Found To The Centre Of The Earth
15Chapter XII. A Barren Land
16Chapter XIII. Hospitality Under The Arctic Circle
17Chapter XIV. But Arctics Can Be Inhospitable, Too
18Chapter XV. Snæfell At Last
19Chapter XVI. Boldly Down The Crater
20Chapter XVII. Vertical Descent
21Chapter XVIII. The Wonders Of Terrestrial Depths
22Chapter XIX. Geological Studies In Situ
23Chapter XX. The First Signs Of Distress
24Chapter XXI. Compassion Fuses The Professor’s Heart
25Chapter XXII. Total Failure Of Water
26Chapter XXIII. Water Discovered
27Chapter XXIV. Well Said, Old Mole! Canst Thou Work I’ The Ground So Fast?
28Chapter XXV. De Profundis
29Chapter XXVI. The Worst Peril Of All
30Chapter XXVII. Lost In The Bowels Of The Earth
31Chapter XXVIII. The Rescue In The Whispering Gallery
32Chapter XXIX. Thalatta! Thalatta!
33Chapter XXX. A New Mare Internum
34Chapter XXXI. Preparations For A Voyage Of Discovery
35Chapter XXXII. Wonders Of The Deep
36Chapter XXXIII. A Battle Of Monsters
37Chapter XXXIV. The Great Geyser
38Chapter XXXV. An Electric Storm
39Chapter XXXVI. Calm Philosophic Discussions
40Chapter XXXVII. The Liedenbrock Museum Of Geology
41Chapter XXXVIII. The Professor In His Chair Again
42Chapter XXXIX. Forest Scenery Illuminated By Eletricity
43Chapter XL. Preparations For Blasting A Passage To The Centre Of The Earth
44Chapter XLI. The Great Explosion And The Rush Down Below
45Chapter XLII. Headlong Speed Upward Through The Horrors Of Darkness
46Chapter XLIII. Shot Out Of A Volcano At Last!
47Chapter XLIV. Sunny Lands In The Blue Mediterranean
48Chapter XLV. All’s Well That Ends Well
49Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea
50Chapter I. A Shifting Reef
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