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Yes. "The Diamond Lens" by Fitz James O'Brien is in the public domain in the United States, which means it's free to read, download, and distribute. The full text is available free on Lex with no signup required.

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How long does it take to read The Diamond Lens?

"The Diamond Lens" is approximately 9,302 words, which takes the average reader (~250 words per minute) about 37 minutes to finish. Lex tracks your reading time and pages-per-session so you can see your real pace.

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Who wrote The Diamond Lens?

"The Diamond Lens" was written by Fitz James O'Brien and published in 1858. Pioneering Irish-American writer of fantasy and science fiction short stories

The Diamond Lens

1858

Fitz James O'Brien

The Diamond Lens

Fitz James O'Brien

1858

The Diamond Lens, written by Fitz James O'Brien in 1858, is a short story that blends elements of weird fiction and science fiction. It follows Linley, a microscopist whose obsessive pursuit of perfection leads him to create a powerful diamond lens, through which he discovers a beautiful creature named Animula in a hidden microscopic world. The narrative explores themes of ambition, love, and the tragic consequences of obsession, ultimately highlighting the conflict between scientific ambition and emotional longing.