
I. Mr. Bedford Meets Mr. Cavor at Lympne
II. The First Making of Cavorite
III. The Building of the sphere
IV. Inside the Sphere
V. The Journey to the Moon
VI. The Landing on the Moon
VII. Sunrise on the Moon
VIII. A Lunar Morning
IX. Prospecting Begins
X. Lost Men in the Moon
A weary businessman named Bedford finds himself retreating to the quiet seaside village of Lympne, hoping for peace after a string of bad deals and a failed theatrical venture. While nursing his frustrations in a modest bungalow overlooking the marshes, he encounters the eccentric Dr. Cavor, a brilliant but reclusive scientist whose experiments promise to defy gravity itself. Their unlikely partnership begins with lively conversation and a shared sense of restless curiosity, setting the stage for a daring experiment that could change the world.
Cavor’s invention, a mysterious substance that can repel the pull of the Earth, ignites Bedford’s imagination and offers a chance to escape his financial woes. Together they prepare a daring launch, driven by the promise of uncharted horizons and the thrill of discovery. The story unfolds as they embark on a journey beyond ordinary sight, venturing into a realm where imagination meets scientific ambition, inviting listeners to experience the wonder of a first voyage to the Moon.
Language
en
Duration
~6 hours (376K characters)
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Release date
2004-10-20
Rights
Public domain in the USA.

1866–1946
Best known for classics like The Time Machine and The War of the Worlds, this pioneering English writer helped shape modern science fiction while also writing history, politics, and social commentary. His stories still feel lively because they mix big ideas with clear, gripping storytelling.
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