Urania: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Urania is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Flammarion, Camille (1842–1925). The listed translation credits are Stetson, Augusta Rice.
Catalogue synopsis
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"Urania" by Camille Flammarion is a novel written in the late 19th century. This work intricately merges themes of astronomy, idealism, and romance through the story of a young man who personifies his ideal muse, Urania, the Muse of Astronomy. The plot explores his awakening emotions and aspirations as he ventures through celestial realms alongside her, highlighting the intersection of science and profound personal longing. At the start of the novel, the protagonist experiences a deeply philosophical and imaginative journey with Urania, who is presented as an ethereal figure rather than a corporeal being. As he engages in astronomical calculations at the Paris Observatory, he becomes enamored with a beautiful statue of the Muse, which ignites a transformative exploration of the cosmos and the nature of existence. His longing for Urania becomes a dualistic quest for both knowledge and love, leading him through vast cosmic vistas that reveal the infinitude of creation and the diverse forms of life beyond Earth. The opening establishes a rich backdrop where the boundaries of science and passion blur, setting the stage for the protagonist's further adventures and philosophical dilemmas.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Urania
- Author credits: Flammarion, Camille (1842–1925)
- Catalogue language: English
- Translator credits: Stetson, Augusta Rice
Catalogue subjects
- French fiction -- Translations into English
- Science fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: French Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Romance
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
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