The Stolen Bacillus and Other Incidents

In a modest laboratory, a meticulous bacteriologist demonstrates the terrifying power of a single sealed tube of living cholera germs. When a pale, nervous visitor—sent by a mysterious acquaintance—examines the lethal specimen, the conversation turns from scientific curiosity to the chilling notion of unleashing disease through a city’s water supply. Their uneasy dialogue hints at a dangerous intersection of science, ideology, and the temptation to weaponise the invisible, leaving listeners to wonder how far a single act of curiosity might go.

The collection continues with a variety of speculative tales that explore the uncanny consequences of emerging technologies and human ambition. From a charismatic inventor harnessing electricity to uncanny encounters with the natural world, each story blends sharp wit with a subtle warning about progress unchecked. Listeners will find a rich tapestry of early science‑fiction that entertains while prompting reflection on the moral choices hidden behind every breakthrough.