Across The Zodiac The Story Of A Wrecked Record

Across The Zodiac: The Story Of A Wrecked Record is a science fiction novel written by Percy Greg. The book is set in the late 19th century and follows the story of a British man named Richard Burton, who is the last survivor of a spaceship that crashed on Mars. The novel is written as a first-person account of Burton's experiences on the red planet.The story begins with Burton's journey to Mars, which is made possible by a new technology called ""Astronef."" However, the spaceship crashes on the planet, leaving Burton as the only survivor. He is then rescued by the Martians, who are a highly advanced civilization with their own unique language and culture.Burton spends several months living among the Martians, learning their ways and studying their technology. He also falls in love with a Martian woman named Aina, who becomes his companion and guide throughout his stay on the planet. Together, they explore the various wonders of Mars, including its canals, mountains, and cities.As Burton becomes more familiar with Martian culture, he begins to realize that their society is far more advanced than anything on Earth. He also discovers that the Martians have a unique method of communication, which involves telepathy and the use of a special device called a ""brain-machine.""Throughout the novel, Burton struggles to adapt to life on Mars and to understand the complex society of the Martians. He also faces numerous challenges, including a rebellion among the Martian people and a dangerous journey across the planet's desolate wastelands.Overall, Across The Zodiac: The Story Of A Wrecked Record is a fascinating and imaginative work of science fiction that explores themes of culture, technology, and communication. It is a must-read for fans of the genre and anyone interested in the possibility of life on other planets.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.