A Voyage to the Moon

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A Voyage to the Moon

by Cyrano de Bergerac

EN·~3 hours

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Description

A restless Parisian noble, gifted with razor‑sharp wit and a taste for daring exploits, grows weary of the confines of courtly life. Though born into a family of titles rather than wealth, he turns his flamboyant imagination into action, forging a flying contraption that promises escape from the ordinary. His early days, marked by mischievous pranks, fierce friendships, and a reluctant stint with the elite garde‑nobles, reveal a man who craves both honor and adventure.

Setting his sights on the heavens, he launches his invention and soon finds himself soaring beyond the familiar sky. The voyage carries him to a moon where strange societies dwell, each reflecting the satirical edge of his own world. Amid luminous landscapes and bewildering customs, he engages in lively debates on philosophy, love, and the nature of power, all while maintaining the bravado that defines his character. The tale balances whimsical invention with thoughtful commentary, inviting listeners to journey alongside a true 17th‑century visionary.

Details

Language

en

Duration

~3 hours (227K characters)

Publisher of text edition

Project Gutenberg

Credits

Produced by Marc D'Hooghe (Images generously made available by the Internet Archive)

Release date

2014-08-10

Rights

Public domain in the USA.

About the author

Cyrano de Bergerac

Cyrano de Bergerac

1619–1655

Best known today as the real-life inspiration behind one of French literature’s most famous heroes, he was also a daring 17th-century writer with a sharp wit and a taste for bold ideas. His plays and imaginative prose helped make him an early voice in both satire and speculative fiction.

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