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George Griffith (1857 - 1906), full name George Chetwyn Griffith-Jones, was a prolific British science fiction writer and noted explorer who wrote during the late Victorian and Edwardian age. Many of his visionary tales appeared in magazines such as Pearson's Magazine and Pearson's Weekly before being published as novels. Griffith was extremely popular in the United Kingdom, though he failed to find similar acclaim in the United States, in part due to his revolutionary and socialist views. A journalist, rather than scientist, by background, what his stories lack in scientific rigour and literary grace they make up for in sheer exuberance of execution. "To-night that spark was to be shaken from the torch of Revolution, and to-morrow the first of the mines would explode...the armies of Europe would fight their way through the greatest war that the world had ever seen." - from Griffith's most famous novel The Angel of the Revolution. (wikipedia.org)

""The World of the Crystal Cities"" is a science fiction novel written by George Griffith. The story is set in a distant future where humanity has spread across the galaxy and established colonies on various planets. The main character, a young man named Julian West, is a scientist who has been tasked with exploring a newly discovered planet that is rumored to be home to a highly advanced civilization.Upon arriving on the planet, Julian discovers that the inhabitants of the world live in vast, crystal cities that are powered by a mysterious energy source. As he delves deeper into the culture and technology of the crystal cities, Julian uncovers a dark secret that threatens to destroy the entire planet.With the help of a local woman named Zaidie, Julian sets out to uncover the truth behind the crystal cities and save the planet from destruction. Along the way, they encounter a host of strange creatures, treacherous enemies, and unexpected allies.""The World of the Crystal Cities"" is a thrilling adventure that combines elements of science fiction, action, and romance. It explores themes of technology, power, and the consequences of playing god. The book is a classic of the genre and has been praised for its imaginative world-building, fast-paced plot, and engaging characters.Their host was now dressed in a tunic of a light blue material, which glistened with a lustre greater than that of the finest silk. It reached a little below his knees, and was confined at the waist by a sash of the same colour hut of somewhat deeper hue. His feet and legs were covered with stockings of the same material and colour, and his feet, which were small for his stature and exquisitely shaped, were shod with thin sandals of a material which looked like soft felt, and which made no noise as he walked over the delicately coloured mosaic pavement of the street - for such it actually was - which ran past the gate.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.

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Der findes forløbere for science fiction-litteraturen helt tilbage til de gamle grækere. Men det er i perioden 1870-1920, at genren for alvor vinder udbredelse og udvikles af forfattere, der ser at den passer til den nye tidsalder – en periode med voldsom udvikling indenfor videnskab og teknologi, men også indenfor samfundsforholdene.Det er også en periode, hvor store dele af verden oplever voksende politiske spændinger mellem landene. Det kommer bl.a. til udtryk gennem en række mere eller mindre lokale krige, der øger den generelle fornemmelse af usikkerhed. Det fører til opblomstringen af en særlig undergenre af science fiction: fortællingen om den fremtidige krig – enten den nu er konventionel eller tænkes udkæmpet med nye supervåben.I samme periode er der en øget opmærksomhed på katastrofer i mere generel forstand – dels naturkatastrofer, som menneskene er uden egen skyld i, og dels katastrofer der er et resultat af den måde vi indretter det moderne samfund på. Her er fx både luftforurening og overforbrug af ressourcer repræsenteret. Katastrofernes resultat spænder fra midlertidige vanskeligheder til menneskehedens udslettelse.Dette udvalg af historier om krige og katastrofer bringer historier fra Storbritannien, USA, Canada, Tyskland, Østrig og New Zealand. Det viser, at frygten for krig og angsten for de mange teknologiske landvindingers negative bagside var ganske udbredt i perioden.Indhold:Grant Allen: Katastrofen i ThemsdalenGeorge T. Chesney: Slaget ved DorkingRobert Duncan Milne: Ind i solenRobert Duncan Milne: Reddet fra flammerneGeorge Griffith: Hævnerens togtPaul Scheerbart: GlasrædslenRobert Barr: Londons undergangDavid Mitchell Luckie: Den russiske krydser Kaskowiskis angreb på AucklandFred M. White: Den usynlige kraftEllis Parker Butler: 29 graders frostColin Ross: Da verden løb tør for kul og jernSimon Newcomb: Verdens endeKrige og katastrofer - Efterord ved Niels Dalgaard

Der findes forløbere for science fiction-litteraturen helt tilbage til de gamle grækere. Men det er i perioden 1870-1920, at genren for alvor vinder udbredelse og udvikles af forfattere der ser at den passer til den nye tidsalder – en periode med voldsom udvikling indenfor videnskab og teknologi, men også indenfor samfundsforholdene.Den brede befolkning møder især teknologien gennem de mange nye opfindelser, der pludselig bliver en del af hverdagen for mange. Videnskaben som sådan er noget lidt mere fjernt, men tidens medier melder jævnligt om nye fantastiske gennembrud. De mange omvæltninger, både i dagligdagen og i verdensbilledet, giver anledning til litterær bearbejdning i såvel skrækscenarier som mere humoristiske historier. Hvem skulle fx have troet at mobiltelefonen første gang blev beskrevet i 1913, lydbøger i 1889 og fjernundervisning i 1899? I den mere alvorlige afdeling optræder bl.a. forestillinger om krig ved hjælp af klimavåben, terror ved hjælp af klodens energireserver og et uetisk eksperiment på indbyggerne i en belgisk landsby – sidstnævnte af ingen ringere end Jules Verne.Dette udvalg af historier om gale videnskabsmænd, fjollede opfindere og deres frembringelser bringer historier fra Storbritannien, USA, Australien, Frankrig, Tyskland, Østrig, Irland og Finland. Det viser at frygten for og forventningerne til den nye teknologi var vidt udbredte, uanset om de så blev behandlet alvorligt eller mere humoristisk.Indhold:Niels Dalgaard: Da science fiction blev moderneGustav Meyrink: Petroleum, petroleumGeorge Griffith: Det elektriske monopolJules Verne: Doktor OxClotilde Graves: Lady Clanbevans BabyCharles Howard Shinn: En opfinders dagbogEdward Page Mitchell: Den dygtigste mand i verdenHerbert C. Ridout: Det frosne LondonJack London: Skyggen og LynetFrank R. Stockton: En opløftende historieJerome K. Jerome: DansepartnerenGustav Hochstetter: Stillevandring Edith Money Maturin: Vores automatiske lejlighedVilliers de l’Isle-Adam: Himmelsk reklameKurd Lasswitz: FjernskolenAxel Fogelholm: Hvordan man kan blive taget ved næsen i næste århundredeAndrew Barton Paterson: StøbejernskolportørenAlfred Capus: CyklopolisEdward Bellamy: Med lukkede øjneEllis Parker Butler: Et eksperiment med gyroskophatteGale videnskabsmænd og fjollede opfindere Efterord ved Niels DalgaardOm forfatterne

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Going to Markets and Grammar Schools - being a series of autobiographical records and sketches of forty years spent in the Midland counties from 1830 to 1870 - Vol. 2 is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1870.Hansebooks is editor of the literature on different topic areas such as research and science, travel and expeditions, cooking and nutrition, medicine, and other genres. As a publisher we focus on the preservation of historical literature. Many works of historical writers and scientists are available today as antiques only. Hansebooks newly publishes these books and contributes to the preservation of literature which has become rare and historical knowledge for the future.

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""Charles the Second: A Historical Drama, In Five Acts"" is a play written by George Griffith and published in 1867. The play is set in 17th century England and tells the story of King Charles II and his tumultuous reign. The play follows Charles as he navigates political intrigue, personal relationships, and the aftermath of the English Civil War. Along the way, he must contend with the challenges of ruling a divided nation and maintaining his own power. The play is a dramatic exploration of the complex and fascinating figure of Charles II, and offers a vivid depiction of the era in which he lived. With its rich characters, intricate plot, and historical accuracy, ""Charles the Second"" is a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of England or the art of drama.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.

The Angel of the Revolution: A Tale of the Coming Terror (1893) is a science fiction novel by the English writer George Griffith. It was his first published novel and remains his most famous work. It was first published in Pearson's Weekly and was prompted by the success of "The Great War of 1892" in Black and White magazine, which was itself inspired by The Battle of Dorking. A lurid mix of Jules Verne's futuristic air warfare fantasies and the utopian visions of News from Nowhere, and a precursor of Welles' future The War in the Air and the war invasion literature of George Tomkyns Chesney and his imitators, it told the tale of a group of self-styled 'terrorists' who conquer the world through airship warfare.

George Griffith (1857-1906), full name George Chetwynd Griffith-Jones, was a prolific British science fiction writer and noted explorer who wrote during the late Victorian and Edwardian age. Many of his visionary tales appeared in magazines such as Pearson's Magazine and Pearson's Weekly before being published as novels. Griffith was extremely popular in the United Kingdom, though he failed to find similar acclaim in the United States, in part due to his utopian socialist views. A journalist, rather than a scientist, by background, what his stories lack in scientific rigour and literary grace they make up for in sheer exuberance of execution. The Angel of the Revolution: A Tale of the Coming Terror (1893) remains his best and most famous work.

George Griffith (1857-1906), full name George Chetwynd Griffith-Jones, was a prolific British science fiction writer and noted explorer who wrote during the late Victorian and Edwardian age. Many of his visionary tales appeared in magazines such as Pearson''s Magazine and Pearson''s Weekly before being published as novels. Griffith was extremely popular in the United Kingdom, though he failed to find similar acclaim in the United States, in part due to his utopian socialist views. A journalist, rather than a scientist, by background, what his stories lack in scientific rigour and literary grace they make up for in sheer exuberance of execution. The Angel of the Revolution: A Tale of the Coming Terror (1893) remains his best and most famous work.

George Griffith (1857-1906), full name George Chetwynd Griffith-Jones, was a prolific British science fiction writer and noted explorer who wrote during the late Victorian and Edwardian age. Many of his visionary tales appeared in magazines such as Pearson''s Magazine and Pearson''s Weekly before being published as novels. Griffith was extremely popular in the United Kingdom, though he failed to find similar acclaim in the United States, in part due to his utopian socialist views. A journalist, rather than a scientist, by background, what his stories lack in scientific rigour and literary grace they make up for in sheer exuberance of execution. The Angel of the Revolution: A Tale of the Coming Terror (1893) remains his best and most famous work.

George Griffith (1857-1906), full name George Chetwynd Griffith-Jones, was a prolific British science fiction writer and noted explorer who wrote during the late Victorian and Edwardian age. Many of his visionary tales appeared in magazines such as Pearson''s Magazine and Pearson''s Weekly before being published as novels. Griffith was extremely popular in the United Kingdom, though he failed to find similar acclaim in the United States, in part due to his utopian socialist views. A journalist, rather than a scientist, by background, what his stories lack in scientific rigour and literary grace they make up for in sheer exuberance of execution. The Angel of the Revolution: A Tale of the Coming Terror (1893) remains his best and most famous work.