The Space Machine (Valancourt 20th Century Classics)
The Space Machine by Christopher Priest, published by Valancourt Books on March 8, 2016, is a science fiction novel that transports readers into a thrilling adventure. When a young Victorian couple accidentally interferes with Sir William Reynolds’s time-space machine, they are unexpectedly propelled into a distant future and across the cosmos. Stranded on an alien world filled with bizarre vegetation and overseen by towering machines operated by grotesque, octopus-like creatures, they must navigate this strange landscape while devising a plan to return home.
In this edition, readers will encounter a narrative that combines elements of steampunk and classic science fiction, echoing the works of H.G. Wells. As the couple grapples with their predicament, they uncover a sinister plot involving the monstrous inhabitants and their intentions toward Earth. The book delves into themes of survival and the consequences of technological experimentation, offering a unique blend of adventure and imaginative storytelling. With 334 pages, this edition is presented in English, inviting readers to explore a richly crafted world that challenges the boundaries of time and space.
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When a young Victorian couple inadvertently tamper with Sir William Reynolds’s latest invention, a time-space machine, they find themselves flung not only into the future but also across the void of space. Now, trapped on an alien world with a landscape of weird vegetation and overseen by giant, long-legged machines operated by gruesome octopus-like creatures, they must find a way to survive. And when they learn that the monsters are plotting an invasion of Earth, can they find a way to return home and save the planet?
Written as a tribute to H.G. Wells and drawing on elements of his celebrated novels The Time Machine and The War of the Worlds, Christopher Priest’s The Space Machine (1976) is a thrilling adventure that ranks among his most enjoyable works.
“This is an astonishing change of pace for Mr. Priest, and one which extends his powers in ways which reveal him as one of the best and most persuasive young British writers.” – The Times (London)
“First rate … science fiction at its best!” – Los Angeles Herald-Examiner
“A novel that is unusual for its kind, a science fiction story with recognizable characters and a sense of style, atmosphere and humour. Imaginative and full of amusing curiosities.” – Sunday Express
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