Adventures in the Moon, and Other Worlds by Earl John Russell Russell
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| Author | Russell, John Russell, Earl, 1792-1878 |
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| Title | Adventures in the Moon, and Other Worlds |
| Note | Reading ease score: 60.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Adventures in the Moon, and Other Worlds" by Earl John Russell Russell is a whimsical work of fiction written in the early 19th century. This narrative embarks on a fantastical journey to the Moon, exploring its environment and inhabitants through the eyes of the narrator, who encounters various beings seeking to reclaim lost aspects of their lives. The text intricately weaves themes of nostalgia, the nature of loss, and the whimsical absurdity of human desires. At the start of the book, the narrator introduces the concept of the Moon as a repository for all that is lost on Earth, expressing a desire to visit it and potentially reclaim these lost treasures. As the narrator arrives on the Moon, they observe other travelers engaged in similar quests, each personified by unique aspirations—some are in search of lost health, others yearn for lost youth or character. Throughout the opening chapters, the narrator experiences intriguing physical sensations due to the Moon's reduced gravity and encounters a plethora of thoughts, voices, and encounters that illuminate the human condition and our yearning to reclaim that which has slipped away. The whimsical portrayal of the Moon and its inhabitants sets the tone for a thought-provoking exploration of regret, memory, and the human experience. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | HX: Social sciences: Socialism, Communism, Anarchism |
| Subject | Utopias |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 43543 |
| Release Date | Aug 23, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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