Lost Art

Author: George O. Smith

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Publisher Prints Publications Pvt Ltd
ISBN-13 9789366975993
Binding Paper back
Number of Pages 36 Pages
Language English
Dimension (Inches) 5.5''*8.5''
Weight (Grams) 54
Subject Classic Fiction
Category Fiction

Lost Art by George O. Smith is a science fiction novella from the early 1940s, set on a futuristic Mars where remnants of an ancient Martian civilisation are rediscovered. Central to the story is a mysterious beam tower and a technical manual that outlines its functions. The novella explores themes of technological progress and the cyclical nature of knowledge, emphasising how scientific breakthroughs can become puzzles for future generations. As the characters grapple with the potential of this technology to transform energy distribution, they come to realise that its application may be difficult to translate into their own world, highlighting the challenges of preserving and understanding knowledge across eras.

George O. Smith

George Oliver Smith was an American science fiction author, also known by his pseudonym Wesley Long. An active contributor to Astounding Science Fiction, a leading magazine during the Golden Age of Science Fiction in the 1940s, Smith published many works that captivated readers of the era. His novella Lost Art originally appeared in Astounding Science Fiction, showcasing his unique style and imaginative storytelling.

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