Prof. John Munro (1849-1930) was the author of Heroes of the Telegraph (1891), The Story of Electricity (1896) and A Trip to Venus (1897). "In plain English, at 4 a. m., a ray of light had been observed on the disc of the planet Mars in or near the "terminator"; that is to say, the zone of twilight separating day from night. The news was doubly interesting to me, because a singular dream of "Sunrise in the Moon" had quickened my imagination as to the wonders of the universe beyond our litt...

The purpose of this little book is to present the essential facts of electrical science in a popular and interesting way, as befits the scheme of the series to which it belongs. Electrical phenomena have been observed since the first man viewed one of the most spectacular and magnificent of them all in the thunderstorm, but the services of electricity which we enjoy are the product solely of scientific achievement in the nineteenth century. It is to these services that the main part of the...

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In A Trip to Venus: A Novel by John Munro, imagination ignites the engines of discovery and carries readers beyond the boundaries of Earth into the vast, mysterious reaches of space. Written during the golden age of speculative science, this visionary tale blends bold scientific curiosity with the irresistible thrill of cosmic adventure.Munro invites us to embark on a daring voyage to our neighboring world, Venus—not as a distant p...

'The Closest Thing in History' brings the eras of the Romantics and The Beatles together, arguing that The Beatles were a kind of exploded version of the quartet Keats, Byron, Leigh Hunt and Shelley. Opening by laying lout some broad similarities between them, John Webster first examines how the two groups' early mentors, William Wordsworth and Elvis Presley and William Wordsworth firstly galvanised them and then turned against them. Then, looking at their experiences of inspiration, he sh...

Prof. John Munro (1849-1930) was the author of Heroes of the Telegraph (1891), The Story of Electricity (1896) and A Trip to Venus (1897). "In plain English, at 4 a. m., a ray of light had been observed on the disc of the planet Mars in or near the "terminator"; that is to say, the zone of twilight separating day from night. The news was doubly interesting to me, because a singular dream of "Sunrise in the Moon" had quickened my imagination as to the wonders of the universe beyond our litt...

The story revolves around a group of adventurers who embark on a journey to Venus using an experimental spacecraft. As they travel to the planet Venus, the narrative describes their encounters with the alien civilization inhabiting the planet, their technologies, and the social structures of the Venusian society.John Munro's "A Trip to Venus" is notable for its imaginative portrayal of space travel and its depiction of an advanced and different world on Venus. As one of the early science f...

Now with an Historical Afterword by Ron MillerFeatured in Ron Miller’s “The Conquest of Space Book Series.” One of the earliest books to accurately describe in detail the uses to which rockets might be put in space exploration, John Munro's novel is also an exciting, humorous adventure on another world. Originally published in 1897At the publisher's request, this title is sold without DRM (Digital Rights Management).

The overland route to India - the trek that loomed large in a generation's consciousness.John Webster, with his indomitable girlfriend, was one of those who made the trip in the early 1970s. He now brings it to life in an easy-going verse narrative that opens windows onto, and create understandings of a series of cultures, some now out of reach. The reader is immersed in the sights and sounds, the cultural discoveries, the difficulties and delights of the journey, and shares the tr...

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In Search of the Great Unknown: 20 Science-Fiction Adventures surveys the formative energies of speculative fiction, assembling voyages beyond Earth, technological marvels, occult-inflected mysteries, lost-world romances, and encounters with altered futures. Its range extends from Gothic atmosphere and sensational adventure to proto-scientific extrapolation, imperial romance, and planetary imagination. Standout modes include lunar and interplanetary travel, catastrophic invention, and expl...

"Heroes of the Telegraph" by John Munro is a captivating exploration of the lives and contributions of the pioneers of telecommunication. The book delves into the fascinating world of telegraphy, highlighting the innovative spirit and determination of those who revolutionized communication. Munro vividly portrays the challenges faced by these heroes, from technical obstacles to societal resistance, showcasing their relentless pursuit of progress. Through engaging narratives, readers are in...