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Nine classic science fiction stories.

It took what seemed but half a day's travelling to traverse the 28,000 years that separated Loto Rogers from the most beautiful girl he had ever seen. He had expected to find mighty cities and a flowering civilisation in that future world, but instead he found only ice and snow—and Azeela. In a frozen wasteland where humanity clings to survival amid brutal tribes and ancient secrets, young inventor Loto must master the ultimate frontier: time itself.

Full of mid-century science-fiction wonder, cosmic imagination, and bold adventure, Beyond the Stars is Ray Cummings at his most visionary—an exploration of the infinite, the unknown, and the mind-shattering possibilities that lie just outside the reach of human understanding.

When his father died and the lawyer delivered a letter to young Atwood, it was the start of interstellar journey seeking the mysterious element Xarite. A unique material that can cure Earthly diseases and may be the key to saving a race of strange aliens. FNH Audio presents an unabridged reading of Ray Cummings' classic science fiction heroic tale.

Eleven unabridged stories from the golden age of science fiction.

In "Cat-Woman" the narrative revolves around a New York lawyer who embarks on a journey to a frozen canyon in Canada. Armed with promising news from London, he sets out to deliver it to the inhabitants of a cozy cabin nestled in the cold wilderness. However, as the story progresses, it becomes evident that there is an air of mystery and intrigue surrounding his visit.

When a large deposit of an immensely valuable mineral has been located on Earth's moon, an expedition has been sent to mine it in secret. But when the secret gets out, underhanded elements of the people of Mars, Venus, and Earth launch their own secret plot to hijack the claim and make a fortune. It is up to our hero, Gregg Haljan, and his trusted ally Snap Dean to safeguard Earth's acquisition of the Moon treasure and protect the brave men of the expedition from... the BRIGANDS OF THE MOON!

"Wandl the Invader" is a sci-fi novel by Ray Cummings, published in 1932. It has been described as a classic tale of interplanetary warfare. The planets concerned are Earth and Mars (both under attack) and Wandl the Invade, the strange and dangerous planet, populated by minds and monsters, doing the attacking.

A grandfather and a scientist travels to a perfect world somewhere in the universe, a heaven, so to speak. No wars, no greed, everything a body or a soul could ever want is provided. On his 21st birthday, the grandson is abducted by beings sent from that world by the grandfather. There is a problem however: Two other "friends" are also abducted, and they are less then honorable. Will the two friends who harbor lust, greed, avarice etc., in their hearts affect this perfect world? Narrator Norman Gilligan will take you to this world with his magnificent reading of The World Beyond.

Step into the year 2430 A.D. with Tarrano the Conqueror, a thrilling narrative that transports you far beyond our present time, much like Columbus would have felt reading about modern life. As the author and narrator, I invite you to experience this future world through a contemporary lens, enriched with colloquialisms that breathe life into the text. Imagine reading a fresh translation of my original story, where the excitement of an advanced age unfolds before you, melding the past with a vivid portrayal of the future.

Award-winning narrator Mike Vendetti reads this Ray Cummings mystery where a small town doctor must make a momentous decision.

We all carry hidden lies - quiet deceptions that whisper: "You're not good enough. You'll never change, God has forgotten you." Left unchecked, these lies shape our thoughts, steal our peace, and sabotage our joy. But what if you could leave them behind . . . for good? Leaving the Lies Behind: Forty-One Days to Freedom is a powerful devotional journey that invites you to confront the myths you've believed and replace them with the unshakable truth of God's Word. In each entry, you'll explore: - The Myth - a lie that often takes root in the heart. - The Mess It Makes - how that lie damages ...

The X-87 was a chaotic marvel, hurtling through the cosmos with a renegade Venusian at the helm and a daring Martian charting its course. But beneath the ships metallic surface, locked away in an alumite cage, lies Penelle, the skilled Shadow Squadman—grasping the future of three worlds in his shackled hands. - Summary by Original Gutenberg text

In a universe where nine planets had become the cradle of interplanetary commerce and the ancient Martian civilization thrived, a startling discovery shattered the status quo—a mysterious tenth planet, a rogue world from the depths of interstellar space. As it veered dangerously close to the Earth-Mars spaceways, it threw astronautic calculations into disarray and ignited chaos on both inhabited worlds. Little did they know, this was no ordinary celestial body. It was WANDL THE INVADER, a vibrant world inhabited by formidable minds and terrifying creatures, arriving with intentions far ...

In a solar system with nine major planets, humanity first ventured into interplanetary commerce, trading with the ancient Martian civilization. But then, a shocking discovery emerged a tenth planet, an enigmatic maverick, was on a collision course with Earth and Mars. This rogue world disrupted astronautical calculations and stirred chaos among the two inhabited planets. Little did they know, this was WANDL THE INVADER—no barren rock, but a vibrant world inhabited by minds and monsters, arriving with a purpose far beyond mere astronomical anomaly! - Summary from the Original book jacket ...

Dive into the thrilling world of Astounding Stories 15, featuring captivating tales such as When the Mountain Came to Miramar by Charles W. Diffin, Beyond the Vanishing Point by Ray Cummings, and Terrors Unseen by Harl Vincent. Dont miss the conclusion of Phalanxes of Atlans by F. V. W. Mason, along with the imaginative The Meteor Girl by Jack Williamson. Narrated by Bill Boerst, this collection promises to ignite your imagination and take you on unforgettable adventures!

Dive into the mysterious and perilous world of the Lowlands as Philip Grant embarks on a thrilling assignment filled with both enchantment and danger. (Summary by Ray Cummings)

In his groundbreaking declaration, Professor Newland posited that the astonishing astronomical events of the previous November‚Aîthe appearance of mysterious stars and the striking red and green meteors‚Aîpointed to the existence of intelligent life on the planet Mercury. (An excerpt from chapter 1.)

Nemo awakens on a mesmerizing self-contained world nestled within a meteor in the rings of Saturn, his first memory shrouded in mystery. As he embarks on an extraordinary journey, he encounters Nona, and together they uncover the marvels of their enchanting realm. Hidden wonders and an entire civilization await discovery on this tiny meteor, promising adventure at every turn. Originally serialized in Science and Invention magazine from January to September 1924, this captivating tale is brought to life by Krista Zaleski.

In a fascinating journey that begins with a golden ring examined under a microscope, a chemist uncovers a vibrant sub-atomic world. There, he encounters a stunning young girl who captivates his imagination. With the help of newfound chemicals that grant the ability to shrink or grow, he and three adventurous friends embark on an extraordinary quest into this miniature realm. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)