Astounding Stories, August, 1931 by Various

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Author Various
Title Astounding Stories, August, 1931
Contents The Danger from the Deep / Ralph Milne Farley -- Brood of the Dark Moon / Charles Willard Diffin -- If the Sun Died / R. F. Starzl -- The Midget from the Island / H. G. Winter -- The Moon Weed / Harl Vincent -- The Port of Missing Planes / Captain S. P. Meek
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Summary "Astounding Stories" by Various is a collection of science fiction stories written in the early 20th century. This magazine issue features a variety of tales, revolving predominantly around themes of adventure, exploration, and encounters with extraordinary beings in unfamiliar settings. Among the notable characters is George Abbot, a young scientist who faces perilous challenges as he explores the depths of the Pacific Ocean within his bathysphere. The opening of this magazine presents "The Danger from the Deep," where George Abbot becomes trapped at the ocean floor after his cables are severed and goes from being an intrigued explorer to a scientist confronting imminent peril. Left in a steel sphere with dwindling oxygen and even colder temperatures pressing in, he recognizes that he is not alone but is being watched by intelligent, humanoid fish—man-sharks—that may have ulterior motives. As he desperately attempts to survive and document his findings, Abbot's journey leads him into a deeper realm of discovery, intrigue, and the realization of the existence of a hidden world beneath the waves. The narrative captures a blend of scientific curiosity and the terror of the unknown, drawing readers into a thrilling underwater adventure. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PN: Language and Literatures: Literature: General, Criticism, Collections
Subject Science fiction -- Periodicals
Subject Science fiction, American -- Periodicals
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EBook-No. 33016
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Most Recently Updated Nov 5, 2013
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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