Flatland is a mathematical essay, meant to explain a point: that higher dimensions (more than length, depth and width) may be present in our universe, but if they are, it will be nearly impossible for us to understand them.The story itself consists of a two dimensional world (Flatland), in which there are people of assorted shapes. These shapes live regular lives, just as we do. The protagonist (a square), is visited by a sphere, which tries to explain to him the existence of a thi...

Step into a world where geometry becomes destiny and ideas reshape reality in The Collected Works of Edwin Abbott Abbott—an illustrated anthology of public domain classics from one of the Victorian era’s most inventive minds. Best known for Flatland, Abbott blends speculative fiction, social satire, and philosophical allegory into stories that are as entertaining as they are mind-expanding.At the heart of the collection is Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimension...

Written in 1884 by English schoolteacher Edwin Abbott Abbott, "Flatland" (full name "Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions") is a literary hybrid, a math- and science-based novella that creates a fictional land while at the same time satirizing Victorian culture and introducing theories of space’s multi-dimensional nature.Flatland is a world that exists on the two-dimensional plane, where its inhabitants—literal geometrical shapes—live in a highly-structured society organ...

This book contains the following works arranged alphabetically by authors last names Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions [Edwin Abbott Abbott] Lady Susan [Jane Austen] R. Holmes & Co. [John Kendrick Bangs] Mrs. Raffles [John Kendrick Bangs] The Triumphs of Eugène Valmont [Robert Barr] Love Insurance [Earl Derr Biggers] The Mirror of Kong Ho [Ernest Bramah Smith] The Ghost-Extinguisher [Frank Gelett Burgess] Erewhon, or Over The Range [Samuel Butler] Jurgen: A Comedy of Justice [James Br...

First published in 1882, Edwin Abbott Abbott's "Onesimus" is an historical novel told from the point of view of first-century Christian Onesimus, a slave mentioned in the book of Philemon."Onesimus" is written with the prose of the King James Bible translation of Acts of the Apostles and it recounts Onesimus' entire life, his travels with St. Paul, and his relation to Philemon.

Laughter Through the Ages: The Ultimate Curated Collection of Wit and Satire. From biting social commentary to high-energy slapstick, 10 Masterpieces of Comedy – Volume 1 brings together essential works that have defined humor throughout literary history. This anthology serves as a grand tour of the comedic mind, featuring masterpieces that perfected the art of the "laugh out loud" moment while skewering the absurdities of human nature. Inside this volume, you will discover: Iconic Social ...

What makes a story truly funny—across centuries and cultures? 10 Masterpieces of Comedy Vol. 1 brings together ten classic comic works from celebrated authors, showcasing humor in all its forms—wit, satire, irony, romance, and playful absurdity. These timeless selections reveal how laughter has always been a powerful way to explore human nature, society, and everyday life. From clever misunderstandings to sharp social satire, this collection offers a rich variety of comedic voices and styl...

The Complete Works of Edwin Abbott AbbottThis Complete Collection includes the following titles:--------1 - Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions2 - How to Write Clearly: Rules and Exercises on English Composition3 - Flatland4 - Philochristus: Memoirs of a Disciple of the Lord5 - Onesimus6 - The Kernel and the Husk: Letters on Spiritual Christianity7 - Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions

This is the annotated and summarized version of this book. This summarized version consists of 18000 words in approxamte.Table of Contents added for easier navigation. You can read any chapter or the main summary directly with 1 click if you want to.The story describes a two-dimensional world occupied by geometric figures, where women are simple line segments, while men are polygons with various numbers of sides. The narrator is a square, a member of the caste of gentlemen ...

THIS IS THE ANNOTATED VERSION OF THE ORIGINAL BOOK. WE HAVE ANNOTATED THIS BY ADDING A HANDY SUMMARY OF 17800 WORDS (APPROXIMATE) AT THE END OF THE BOOK IN RED FONTS.The story describes a two-dimensional world occupied by geometric figures, whereof women are simple line-segments, while men are polygons with various numbers of sides. The narrator is a square, a member of the caste of gentlemen and professionals, who guides the readers through some of the implications of life in two ...

Flatland: A Romance of Many Dimensions is an 1884 science fiction novella by the English schoolmaster Edwin Abbott Abbott.As a satire, Flatland offered pointed observations on the social hierarchy of Victorian culture. However, the novella's more enduring contribution is its examination of dimensions; in a foreword to one of the many publications of the novella, noted science writer Isaac Asimov described Flatland as "The best introduction one can find into the manner of perceiving ...

Wit, irony, satire, and timeless laughter—all in one extraordinary volume. 10 Masterpieces of Comedy Vol. 1 brings together ten of the greatest comedic works in literary history—stories and plays that have delighted readers for generations and continue to shine with clever dialogue, sharp social commentary, and unforgettable characters. Whether you love theatrical mischief, absurd situations, or biting satire, this collection is a must-have celebration of literary humor across centuries. ...