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A Trip to Venus: A Novel

1897

John Munro

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A Trip to Venus: A Novel

John Munro

1897

Novels, Science-Fiction & Fantasy

A Trip to Venus is a science fiction novel by John Munro, first published in 1897. The story follows the narrator's fascination with a mysterious light on Mars, leading him to engage with scientists like Professor Gazen and inventor Mr. Nasmyth Carmichael. Through their discussions, the narrative explores interplanetary travel, the potential for extraterrestrial communication, and the human desire for exploration. This novel is notable for its early exploration of space travel and scientific inquiry during the late 19th century.

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A science fiction novel written during the late 19th century. The story revolves around the intriguing hypothesis of int...

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Prof. John Munro (1849-1930) was the author of Heroes of the Telegraph (1891), The Story of Electricity (1896) and A Tri...

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