Luis Senarens

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The Transient Lake Or, Frank Reade, Jr. s Adventures In A Mysterious Country

Beschreibung

The Transient Lake or, Frank Reade, Jr.'s Adventures in a Mysterious Country follows a young inventor who embarks on an extraordinary expedition into a land filled with strange landscapes and phenomena. The quest is centered around a mystical lake, known for its mysterious ability to appear and disappear, hiding secrets and treasures beneath its surface. Alongside a seasoned captain, the group ventures into the unknown, driven by curiosity and a desire for discovery. As they uncover clues about the lake and its hidden treasures, they encounter both natural challenges and bizarre occurrences that heighten the sense of danger and intrigue. The narrative explores human perseverance in the face of the unknown and the value of teamwork in overcoming obstacles. The bond between the characters also plays a significant role in propelling the journey forward. The novel builds a sense of excitement and wonder, combining adventure with fantastical elements, as the characters push the boundaries of exploration and science.

Autor

Luis Philip Senarens, born on April 24, 1863, in Brooklyn, New York, was a prominent American writer known for his dime novels and science fiction stories. Raised in a Cuban-American family, Senarens found early success in the world of pulp fiction. He is best known for revitalizing the Frank Reade adventure series, originally created by Harry Enton in 1868. Senarens introduced Frank Reade, Jr. as the new protagonist and added futuristic concepts like electricity, airships, and helicopters, which led to his being dubbed "the American Jules Verne." His innovative approach to storytelling captivated readers, and by the 1890s, he was asked to create a similar series, Jack Wright, the Boy Inventor, for publisher Frank Tousey. Senarens also contributed extensively to the Frank Reade Library, a series of periodicals focused on invention stories, under the pseudonym Noname. Over the course of his career, he wrote more than 300 dime novels, establishing himself as a pioneer of science fiction in the United States. In 1917, he became the editor of Mystery Magazine, a detective story periodical. Senarens passed away on December 26, 1939, leaving behind a legacy in the genre of adventure and science fiction.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 74
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 106g
• ISBN-13: 9789370818187
• ISBN-10: 9370818189
• Artikelnr.: 74256952