Willis George Emerson

The Smoky God; Or, A Voyage to the Inner World

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Produktbeschreibung

Embark on an extraordinary journey to the Earth's interior in "The Smoky God," a classic tale of Arctic exploration and a hidden world. Author Willis George Emerson presents a captivating narrative that delves into the mysteries of a subterranean civilization. Venture beyond the familiar surface and discover a utopian society flourishing within the hollow Earth. This enduring work of imaginary voyages blends elements of science fiction, adventure, and the paranormal. Explore the concepts of lost civilizations and unexplained phenomena as the narrative unfolds. "The Smoky God" offers a unique perspective on the possibilities that lie beyond our conventional understanding of the world, making it a timeless exploration of inner worlds and the enduring allure of the unknown. 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
• Seitenzahl: 52
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 3mm
• Gewicht: 86g
• ISBN-13: 9781023106818
• ISBN-10: 1023106817
• Artikelnr.: 74102108

Autorenporträt

Willis George Emerson (1856-1918) was an American author, lawyer, and politician, best known for his work in the realm of speculative fiction. His literary contributions are remembered chiefly for his book 'The Smoky God; Or, A Voyage to the Inner World' (1908), which presents a fantastical narrative blending adventure and science fiction elements. In this novel, Emerson spins a tale of a voyage to the Earth's interior, premised on the hollow Earth theory-a concept popular in speculative literature of the time. The story follows the protagonist's encounter with a race of giants living inside the planet and serves as an illustration of period-specific curiosities with polar exploration and science fiction. Emerson's writing, characteristic for its vivid imagination and the blend of scientific intrigue with adventurous storytelling, appealed to the readers of the early 20th century. His flair for merging theoretical concepts with fictional narratives echoed the works of his contemporaries in the burgeoning genre of science fiction. His style often incorporated detailed descriptions and an earnest first-person perspective, aiming to suspend disbelief and invite readers into the extraordinary world he conjured. Emerson's contribution to the genre remains of interest to scholars studying the evolution of science fiction and its roots in early 20th-century literature.