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The First Men in the Moon - A Pioneering Sci-Fi Adventure of Exploration and Discovery - cover

The First Men in the Moon - A Pioneering Sci-Fi Adventure of Exploration and Discovery

H. G. Wells, Zenith Maple Leaf Press

Publisher: Zenith Maple Leaf Press

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Summary

A daring journey beyond Earth… and into the unknown.
When eccentric inventor Mr. Cavor creates a revolutionary anti-gravity substance called Cavorite, he and businessman Mr. Bedford embark on an unprecedented voyage—to the Moon itself. But what they find beneath its surface will challenge every idea they've ever had about life, society, and humanity's place in the universe.

In The First Men in the Moon, H. G. Wells blends thrilling adventure with visionary science fiction, presenting an imaginative yet eerily plausible account of lunar exploration decades before it became reality. First published in 1901, this novel remains a cornerstone of the genre, exploring not only extraterrestrial landscapes but also the moral and political implications of contact with alien civilizations.

"A fascinating blend of adventure, imagination, and social commentary."
– The Guardian

"One of the earliest and most influential works of interplanetary science fiction."
– The New York Times

✅ Why Readers Love It:
🌕 A thrilling lunar expedition decades before Apollo

👽 Intriguing alien society and culture

📚 A must-read for fans of early science fiction classics

🎯 Click 'Buy Now' to journey with H. G. Wells on one of literature's first great trips beyond Earth.
Available since: 08/13/2025.
Print length: 279 pages.

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