Children of the lens
E. E. Smith's Children of the lens is a Victorian science fiction and classic fantasy novel. It deals with space warfare and life on other planets.
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About Children of the lens
"Children of the Lens" by E. E. Smith is a science fiction novel first serialized in 1947 and published in book form in 1954. The final installment of the Lensman series follows five extraordinary siblings—the Kinnison children—who represent the culmination of a two-billion-year breeding program. Born with superhuman mental abilities that surpass even their legendary Lensman parents, these "Third Stage Lensmen" must confront the ancient Eddorian threat. As terrorist attacks plague two galaxies, the children discover their true purpose in an epic battle that will determine Civilization's fate.
Free audiobook
Children of the lens — LibriVox recording, 11 h 23 min in 30 sections.
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Quick answers
Who wrote Children of the lens?
Children of the lens was written by E. E. Smith.
What genre is Children of the lens?
It is usually shelved as Victorian Science Fiction and Classic Fantasy.
Is Children of the lens free to read?
Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.
Is there a free audiobook of Children of the lens?
Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 11 h 23 min.
What books are similar to Children of the lens?
Readers who like it often enjoy The war of the worlds, Space Viking and The Time Machine.
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