E. E. "DOC" SMITH: Ultimate Sci-Fi Collection
By E. E. Smith
Length149h 20m
About this audiobook
E. E. "Doc" Smith's "Ultimate Sci-Fi Collection" encapsulates the quintessence of early science fiction, showcasing his groundbreaking space operas that established timeless narrative dynamics within the genre. Fusing imaginative world-building with intricate plots, this collection features his iconic Lensman and Skylark series, characterized by their grand scale and a sense of cosmic adventure. Smith's prose reflects the optimism and technological advancements of the early 20th century, pushing the boundaries of both storytelling and scientific imagination, thus influencing generations of writers and creators within the sci-fi domain. E. E. Smith, often hailed as the 'father of space opera,' emerged from a background rich in scientific education and engineering. His works were deeply inspired by the scientific advancements of his time, as well as his personal experiences during World War I, which instilled in him a fascination with the potential of technology. Smith's pioneering narratives not only bridged the gap between fantasy and realism but also infused deeper philosophical concepts into the genre, elevating science fiction from mere pulp to a framework for exploring complex societal themes. "Ultimate Sci-Fi Collection" is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the evolution of science fiction. Smith's visionary storytelling offers readers both a nostalgic journey and an insightful glimpse into the genre's roots. Whether a long-time fan or a newcomer, this anthology reveals the depth and ingenuity of a writer who redefined the boundaries of speculative fiction, providing a captivating experience that bridges past and future in thrillingly imaginative ways.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 4.4 (146)
Includes Amazon, Goodreads
GenreScience Fiction, Literary Classics
Length149 hrs 20 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 15, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
2CHAPTER 1. ARISIA AND EDDORE
3CHAPTER 2. THE FALL OF ATLANTIS 1. EDDORE
4CHAPTER 3. THE FALL OF ROME 1. EDDORE
5CHAPTER 4. 1918
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6CHAPTER 5. 1941
7CHAPTER 6. 19—?
8CHAPTER 7. PIRATES OF SPACE
9CHAPTER 8. IN ROGER'S PLANETOID
10CHAPTER 9. FLEET AGAINST PLANETOID
11CHAPTER 10. WITHIN THE RED VEIL
12CHAPTER 11. NEVIAN STRIFE
13CHAPTER 12. WORM, SUBMARINE, AND FREEDOM
14CHAPTER 13. THE HILL
15CHAPTER 14. THE SUPER-SHIP IS LAUNCHED
16CHAPTER 15. SPECIMENS
17CHAPTER 16. SUPER-SHIP IN ACTION
18CHAPTER 17. ROGER CARRIES ON
19CHAPTER 18. THE SPECIMENS ESCAPE
20CHAPTER 19. GIANTS MEET
21CHAPTER 1
22CHAPTER 2
23CHAPTER 3
24CHAPTER 4
25CHAPTER 5
26CHAPTER 6
27CHAPTER 7
28CHAPTER 8
29CHAPTER 9
30CHAPTER 10
31CHAPTER 11
32CHAPTER 12
33CHAPTER 13
34CHAPTER 14
35CHAPTER 15
36CHAPTER 16
37CHAPTER 17
38CHAPTER 18
39CHAPTER 19
40CHAPTER 20
41EPILOGUE
42CHAPTER 1. Graduation
43CHAPTER 2. In Command
44CHAPTER 3. In the Lifeboats
45CHAPTER 4. Escape
46CHAPTER 5. Worsel to the Rescue
47CHAPTER 6. Delgonian Hypnotism
48CHAPTER 7. The Passing of the Overlords
49CHAPTER 8. The Quarry Strikes Back
50CHAPTER 9. Breakdown
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