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Homeward Bound

Homeward Bound

Griffith, George

Paperback

Mystery & Thriller

ISBN10: 9376559452
ISBN13: 9789376559459
Publisher: Alpha Edition
Published: Aug 4 2026
Pages: 22
Weight: 0.10
Height: 0.05 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A storm-laden sky broods over the English countryside, casting long shadows as the unknown beckons and the promise of discovery stirs beneath the surface of everyday life. In the twilight of the Victorian era, when the boundaries of science and imagination were being redrawn, a new kind of narrative emerged-one that dared to speculate, to adventure, and to fuse the marvels of invention with the pulse of human ambition. This is the world of early British science fiction, a realm where the spirit of the nineteenth century finds expression in daring feats, intellectual curiosity, and the thrill of the unexplored. Within these pages, readers encounter the unique blend of speculative fiction that defined a generation hungry for progress yet haunted by uncertainty. The narrative winds through landscapes both familiar and extraordinary, capturing the restless energy of late nineteenth-century England-a society on the cusp of transformation, where tradition grapples with the relentless march of innovation. Fans of Victorian science fiction and British adventure fiction will recognise the intricate interplay of character, setting, and idea that elevates this work beyond mere escapism, inviting reflection on the possibilities and perils of the age. The story's momentum is matched by its atmosphere: suspenseful, evocative, and laced with the daring optimism that characterises the best of classic science fiction novels. The prose carries the reader through moments of tension and revelation, offering glimpses of a world both recognisable and strange. For those drawn to historical science fiction and the speculative adventure that flourished in the 1800s, this novel stands as a testament to the enduring allure of imagination unfettered by convention. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Whether you are a devotee of Victorian era literature, an aficionado of British speculative adventure, or a collector seeking a rare piece of literary history, this volume promises an experience that is both intellectually stimulating and richly atmospheric.

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