The Solar Magnet

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Meek, S. P. (Sterner St. Paul), 1894-1972.

Series:

Produced from Astounding Stories October 1931.

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Solar Magnet" by S. P. Meek is a science fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the adventures of Dr. Bird, a brilliant scientist, as he confronts the nefarious schemes of his nemesis, Ivan Saranoff, who has devised a plan that threatens the very stability of Earth's environment. The narrative blends scientific concepts with thrilling escapades, encapsulating the tensions and anxieties of its time regarding technological advancements and geopolitical conflicts. In this gripping tale, Dr. Bird and his assistant Carnes embark on a perilous journey to prevent Saranoff from achieving his goal of altering the Earth's axis through a mysterious solar magnet. As they travel to a clandestine facility in Russia, the duo faces numerous challenges, including an assassination attempt on Bird, aerial confrontations, and a harrowing escape from captivity aided by a local woman whose motivations are complex. The story is filled with suspense and action, showcasing Meek's imaginative approach to scientific storytelling, as well as a critique of the potential misuse of scientific knowledge for destructive purposes. Ultimately, Bird's determination leads to a climactic battle against Saranoff's forces, solidifying his role as a hero in the struggle between good and evil in a world on the brink of chaos. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Greg Weeks, Tamise Totterdell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net

Notes:

Reading ease score: 85.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2009-07-13