
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 imagining time travel, alien invasion, and invisible men, this pioneering English writer helped shape modern science fiction. His stories are thrilling on the surface, but they also question class, power, progress, and the future of humanity.
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