Edison's Conquest of Mars: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Edison's Conquest of Mars is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Serviss, Garrett Putman (1851–1929).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Edison's Conquest of Mars" by Garrett P. Serviss is a science fiction novel published in 1898. Written as a sequel to an unauthorized version of H. G. Wells's "The War of the Worlds," the story follows Thomas Edison leading Earth's united forces in a counter-attack against Mars. After developing revolutionary technology including anti-gravity ships and disintegration rays, humanity launches an armada into space. The novel pioneered numerous science fiction concepts, from space suits to asteroid mining, making Serviss arguably the first American professional science fiction writer.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Edison's Conquest of Mars
- Author credits: Serviss, Garrett Putman (1851–1929)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Mars (Planet) -- Fiction
- Martians -- Fiction
- Science fiction
- Space travelers -- Fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Science Fiction
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