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Over the border

    Over the border is a classic fantasy story collection by Morgan Robertson.

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    It is in the public domain in the United States and free to read on Project Gutenberg.

    About Over the border

    "Over the Border" by Morgan Robertson is a novel likely written in the early 20th century. The story opens with a gripping narrative aboard the battleship Argyll, which is poised for action amidst a looming battlefield involving submarines and airships. The characters include Mr. Felton, the young torpedo officer, who finds himself in a surreal situation following an explosion that launches him into an airship and a dramatic confrontation with the evolving nature of warfare. The opening of the novel introduces us to an intense scene aboard the Argyll, where Felton and his fellow officers engage in a spirited discussion about the future of naval warfare amid advancements in technology such as submarines and airships. As they prepare for battle, a sudden explosion catapults Felton onto an airship where he is captured by a group of men who seem to operate under mysterious principles. The chaos eagerly sets the stage for a larger exploration of conflict, technology, and human resilience in the face of war, leaving readers intrigued by the unfolding drama and the complex character dynamics.
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    • Short stories, American
    • American fiction, 20th century

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    Who wrote Over the border?

    Over the border was written by Morgan Robertson.

    What genre is Over the border?

    It is usually shelved as Classic Fantasy.

    Is Over the border 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.

    What books are similar to Over the border?

    Readers who like it often enjoy The King in Yellow, The Picture of Dorian Gray and Dracula.

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