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By: Garrett P. Serviss (1851-1929)
“The Moon Metal” by Garrett P. Serviss is a classic science fiction novel that takes readers on a thrilling journey to space. The story follows a group of scientists who discover a powerful new metal on the moon, and the race to obtain and harness its incredible properties.
Serviss combines scientific knowledge with imaginative storytelling to create a thought-provoking and engaging adventure. The vivid descriptions of space travel and futuristic technology paint a vivid picture of a world where anything is possible.
The characters are well-developed and relatable, each with their own motivations and flaws. As the plot unfolds, readers are taken on a rollercoaster ride of twists and turns that will keep them on the edge of their seats until the very end.
Overall, “The Moon Metal” is a gripping and entertaining read that will appeal to fans of classic science fiction. Serviss has crafted a timeless tale that explores themes of exploration, discovery, and the limits of human ambition. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a captivating and thought-provoking read.
Book Description:
Garrett Putnam Serviss (1851-1929) was an astronomer, popularizer of astronomy, and early science fiction writer. Serviss showed a talent for explaining scientific details in a way that made them clear to the ordinary reader. Serviss’s favorite topic was astronomy, as shown by the fact that of the fifteen books he wrote, eight are devoted to that science. He unquestionably was more widely read by the public on that topic than anyone prior to his time. In his private life Serviss was an enthusiastic mountain climber, describing his reaching the summit of the Matterhorn at the age of 43 as part of an effort “to get as far away from terrestrial gravity as possible.” Five of Serviss’s books are science fiction (a term not invented when he wrote).
