Harold Steele Mackaye

The Panchronicon

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Produktbeschreibung

"The Panchronicon" by Harold Steele Mackaye is a thought-provoking journey through time, blending science fiction with utopian ideals in a humorous and satirical narrative. This carefully prepared print edition allows readers to explore a classic exploration of time travel, where the past, present, and future collide. Delve into a world where the possibilities of temporal displacement are examined with wit and imagination. A cornerstone of time travel fiction, "The Panchronicon" offers a unique perspective on society and the human condition. Experience the enduring appeal of this timeless story, a gem of speculative fiction that continues to resonate with its clever blend of fantasy, humor, and social commentary. If you enjoy classic tales of time travel, this book promises an entertaining and insightful read. 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.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 263g
• ISBN-13: 9781023196437
• ISBN-10: 1023196433
• Artikelnr.: 74117413

Autorenporträt

Harold Steele MacKaye was born on 10 March 1866 in Paris, France, into a family deeply rooted in the arts and intellectual pursuits. His father, Steele MacKaye, was a prominent playwright, actor, and theatrical innovator, while his mother, Mary Ellen Keith MacKaye, provided a nurturing influence in his formative years. He was raised amid strong cultural and creative influences that shaped his later work as a novelist and playwright. His maternal grandparents were Nicholas Medbery and Rebecca Belknap Medbery, and his paternal grandfather was James M. MacKaye, a philosopher. Among his great-grandparents were Phoebe Medbery and Jesse Stetson, reflecting a lineage that combined public service, literary interest, and progressive thought. MacKaye inherited this intellectual tradition and channeled it into his own literary endeavors, most notably through works of speculative fiction and social commentary. Throughout his career, he engaged with themes that blended imagination with social relevance, revealing a sharp wit and a forward-thinking vision. He passed away on 22 June 1928 at the age of 62, leaving behind a modest but thoughtful body of work that reflected the vibrant intersections of philosophy, satire, and theatrical storytelling present in his family's legacy.