Garrett Putman Serviss fu un astronomo americano e un pioniere della fantascienza, noto per la sua capacità di rendere accessibili complessi concetti scientifici al lettore comune. Iniziando la sua carriera come giornalista, affinò la sua abilità nello spiegare chiaramente i dettagli scientifici, il che lo portò a popolarizzare l'astronomia e argomenti correlati attraverso ampie conferenze pubbliche e una rubrica sindacata sui giornali. I contributi letterari di Serviss spaziano sia in opere dedicate all'astronomia sia in narrazioni di finzione che oggi sarebbero classificate come fantascienza. Il suo approccio offrì ai lettori una miscela unica di accuratezza scientifica e narrazione immaginativa, consolidando il suo posto come voce significativa sia nella scienza popolare sia nella prima narrativa speculativa.
The Moon Metal is a classical work that has held significant importance throughout human history. To ensure its legacy, Alpha Editions has republished it in a modern format, featuring clear and readable text that has been reformatted and retyped, rather than relying on scanned copies. This effort aims to preserve the book for both present and future generations, highlighting its enduring relevance.
Three Interplanetary Adventures Including the Unnauthorised Sequel to H. G. Wells' War of the Worlds-Edison's Con
This collection features three iconic science fiction adventure novels that explore imaginative worlds and thrilling narratives. Each story presents unique characters facing extraordinary challenges, delving into themes of exploration, technology, and the human experience. Readers will be captivated by the innovative plots and the thought-provoking ideas that have defined the genre. Perfect for fans of classic sci-fi, this anthology offers a journey through time and space, showcasing the creativity and vision of celebrated authors.
In 1897 H.G. Wells created one of the greatest science fiction masterpieces ever written-The War Of The Worlds. The story was serialized in newspapers across America and proved to be so popular that the Hearst newspaper group commissioned a sequel, to be written by their own science editor - Garrett Putnam Serviss. This sequel appeared in February of 1898 and quickly entered into the annals of science fiction history. It is one of the rarest and possibly one of the most important stories ever to appear in the genre. Serviss procured the cooperation of the famous inventor Thomas Edison and wove a totally distinct and astonishing tale of humans invading Mars. Whereas Wells had composed a story of human suffering, Serviss invented the space techno-thriller. This book contains the first space battle to ever appear in print. It is the first alien abduction story. The birthplace of the hand-held phaser-gun. It has asteroid mining and the first truly functional spacesuits. It is a cornucopia of technical ingenuity. The hero of the story is Edison himself. This is the first time this story has appeared, complete and unabridged with the original illustrations since the winter of 1898. First appearance ever outside the USA. The book that inspired Robert Goddard! Comes with a 13-page essay by editor Robert Godwin and original cover art by Tom Miller.
This classic work of popular science explores the mysteries of the universe in a captivating and accessible way. The author, Garrett Putman Serviss, provides insight into everything from asteroid impacts to the search for extraterrestrial life, making this text an essential read for anyone interested in astronomy and space exploration.
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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.
This carefully created Garrett P. Serviss science fiction collection includes novels and short stories of this notable writer, astronomer and popularizer of astronomy. Contents: - Novels - Edison's Conquest of Mars - A Columbus of Space - The Sky Pirate - The Second Deluge - Short Stories - The Moon Metal
"A Columbus of Space" is dedicated to people who read Jules Verne and it is written in his style. The novel features an independent scientist who discovers the secret of "inter-atomic energy". He manages to build a spacecraft which carries him and his three friends to Venus, where they discover incredible floating cities.
In this compelling guide to public speaking, the author provides practical advice and inspiring examples for anyone looking to improve their abilities. Drawing on the wisdom of great orators from history, Serviss demonstrates the power of eloquence and shows how anyone can develop the skills needed to captivate an audience.