Through The Sun In An Airship
Restored Classics to Go EditionBy John Mastin
Length11h 8m
About this audiobook
This edition has been fully restored with modern typesetting, custom cover design. "Through the Sun in an Airship" by John Mastin is a captivating voyage into the realms of science and imagination. The story embarks on an adventurous journey aboard the airship Regina, unraveling secrets, cosmic mysteries, and conspiracies with each chapter. The narrative is dedicated to Professor Sir Hubert von Herkomer, reflecting Mastin's deep respect for the pursuit of knowledge in exploring both natural and celestial phenomena.
Set against the backdrop of a world facing an unprecedented calamity, the story paints a vivid picture of relentless rains threatening to devastate agriculture and ecosystems. This environmental crisis underscores the human struggle for survival and adaptation amidst overwhelming challenges, emphasizing themes of resilience and the enduring spirit of exploration.
Central to the narrative is a group of men, including a character named Congreve, confronting a mysterious predicament that tests their perceptions and beliefs. As they navigate their uncertain circumstances, they grapple with the possibility of their ship, the Regina, being nearby—a notion dismissed by others as absurd. Tensions mount as they witness a comet in the starry sky, blending moments of fear and hope, and igniting their imaginations.
Mastin's unique blend of storytelling and scientific inquiry invites readers into a world where the lines between reality and the cosmos blur. The book is a thought-provoking exploration of the nature of existence, the search for understanding, and humanity's connection to the universe. Each chapter promises new discoveries and challenges, engaging the curious mind and celebrating the quest for knowledge in the face of the unknown.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.5 (10)
Includes Goodreads
GenreScience Fiction, Literary Classics
Length11 hrs 8 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateFeb 1, 2026
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2THROUGH THE SUN IN AN AIRSHIP
3CHAPTER I THE STORY OF THE REGINA
4CHAPTER II THE REGINA GIVES UP HER SECRET
5CHAPTER III VOX POPULI
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6CHAPTER IV MUSCÆ VOMITORIÆ
7CHAPTER V AN INNOCENT OFFENDER
8CHAPTER VI THE DOOMED PLANET
9CHAPTER VII THE STORY OF A STAR
10CHAPTER VIII A JOVIAN BUG
11CHAPTER IX TESTING THE WEB
12CHAPTER X THE CONSPIRACY
13CHAPTER XI “THE IMPREGNABLE ROCK”
14CHAPTER XII THROUGH FIRE AND FLAME AND MYSTERY
15CHAPTER XIII “VAULTS OF PURPLE”
16CHAPTER XIV BETWEEN TWO WORLDS
17CHAPTER XV JOCI CAUSÂ
18CHAPTER XVI “A RACE OF LAUGHING PHILOSOPHERS”
19CHAPTER XVII SMALL PROFIT AND QUICK RETURN
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