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The New Dominion

- A Tale Of Tomorrow's Wars (1908)

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The New Dominion: A Tale of Tomorrow's Wars is a science fiction novel written by Arthur Wellesley Kipling in 1908. The story is set in the year 1950 and follows the journey of a young man named Philip Gascoyne, who is sent by his father to explore a newly discovered island in the Pacific Ocean. The island, called New Atlantis, is believed to be rich in natural resources and has the potential to become a new superpower.However, when Gascoyne arrives on the island, he discovers that it is already inhabited by a highly advanced civilization that has developed technology far beyond anything seen on Earth. The New Atlanteans have harnessed the power of the atom and have developed weapons capable of destroying entire cities. They have also created a utopian society, where everyone is equal and has access to the same resources.As Gascoyne tries to negotiate with the New Atlanteans, tensions rise between them and the rest of the world. The novel explores themes of imperialism, war, and the dangers of unchecked technological progress. It also raises questions about the nature of power and the responsibilities that come with it.The New Dominion: A Tale of Tomorrow's Wars is a thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into a possible future where technology has both the power to create and destroy. It is a cautionary tale that reminds us of the importance of using our resources wisely and working towards a more equitable society.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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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781165106592
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 296
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x16 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 399 g.
  • BLACK NOVEMBER
Leveringstid: 2-3 uger
Forventet levering: 3. december 2024

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The New Dominion: A Tale of Tomorrow's Wars is a science fiction novel written by Arthur Wellesley Kipling in 1908. The story is set in the year 1950 and follows the journey of a young man named Philip Gascoyne, who is sent by his father to explore a newly discovered island in the Pacific Ocean. The island, called New Atlantis, is believed to be rich in natural resources and has the potential to become a new superpower.However, when Gascoyne arrives on the island, he discovers that it is already inhabited by a highly advanced civilization that has developed technology far beyond anything seen on Earth. The New Atlanteans have harnessed the power of the atom and have developed weapons capable of destroying entire cities. They have also created a utopian society, where everyone is equal and has access to the same resources.As Gascoyne tries to negotiate with the New Atlanteans, tensions rise between them and the rest of the world. The novel explores themes of imperialism, war, and the dangers of unchecked technological progress. It also raises questions about the nature of power and the responsibilities that come with it.The New Dominion: A Tale of Tomorrow's Wars is a thought-provoking novel that offers a glimpse into a possible future where technology has both the power to create and destroy. It is a cautionary tale that reminds us of the importance of using our resources wisely and working towards a more equitable society.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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