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By: Murray Leinster (1896-1975)
In “The Runaway Skyscraper” by Murray Leinster, readers are taken on a thrilling and imaginative journey through a city where a skyscraper mysteriously disappears and wreaks havoc on the surrounding area. The story is filled with suspense, adventure, and a touch of science fiction that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.
Leinster does a fantastic job of world-building and creating a sense of urgency as the characters race against time to solve the mystery of the runaway skyscraper. The plot is well-paced, with plenty of twists and turns to keep readers guessing until the very end.
The characters are well-developed and likeable, adding depth to the story and making it easy for readers to become emotionally invested in their journey. The writing is engaging and descriptive, painting a vivid picture of the chaos and confusion caused by the disappearing skyscraper.
Overall, “The Runaway Skyscraper” is a fast-paced and entertaining read that will appeal to fans of science fiction and mystery. Leinster’s storytelling skills shine through in this exciting tale of a skyscraper gone rogue.
Book Description:
Arthur Chamberlain has problems. His one-man engineering firm is faltering and his pretty secretary Estelle barely notices him. But these problems are put aside when his Manhattan office building falls into the fourth dimension. Madison Square is filled with wigwams and it’s up to Arthur to engineer a way to make his building to fall back to the future. – The Runaway Skyscraper first appeared in the February 22, 1919 issue of Argosy magazine.
