Weird Tales, Volume 1, Number 3, May, 1923: The unique magazine: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Weird Tales, Volume 1, Number 3, May, 1923: The unique magazine is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Various.
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"Weird Tales, Volume 1, Number 3, May, 1923: The Unique Magazine" by Various is a collection of speculative fiction stories likely written in the early 20th century. This particular volume contains an eclectic mix of thrilling short stories and novelettes, often delving into themes of horror, science fiction, and the uncanny. Readers can anticipate an array of narratives that evoke tension and ignite the imagination, showcasing a variety of characters ranging from detectives to explorers in fantastical predicaments. The beginning of this volume sets the tone with a vivid advertisement for a Finger Print Expert training program, immediately reminding readers of the early 20th-century fascination with forensic science and the mysteries of identity. Following the preamble, the first story, "The Moon Terror," introduces Dr. Ferdinand Gresham, an astronomer oblivious to impending disasters on Earth marked by mysterious, repeating radio signals and catastrophic earthquakes. These events unfold against a backdrop of intrigue as Gresham’s character is explored, including secrets from his past and the dangers posed by a group of sorcerers known as the Seuen-H'sin. The text hints at thrilling adventures converging on a potential battle between science and ancient magic, leaving readers eager for the unfolding drama.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Weird Tales, Volume 1, Number 3, May, 1923: The unique magazine
- Author credits: Various
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Adventure stories -- Periodicals
- Fantasy literature, American -- Periodicals
- Fantasy literature, English -- Periodicals
- Horror tales, American -- Periodicals
- Horror tales, English -- Periodicals
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Category: Short Stories
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