Cover of Planet of Creation

Planet of Creation

    Chester S. Geier's Planet of Creation is a Victorian science fiction and classic fantasy novel. It deals with extraterrestrial beings and psychic ability.

    On Project Gutenberg it was downloaded 394 times in the last 30 days.

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

    About Planet of Creation

    "Planet of Creation" by Chester S. Geier is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The story explores themes of exploration, ambition, and the consequences of desire as a fleet of Urgollian spacemen seeks resources on a mysterious planet that seems to offer limitless possibilities. The narrative takes place against the backdrop of a demoralizing defeat and the uncertain fate of a population on the brink of revolution. The plot centers around Commander Thettumir and his crew, who, after a harrowing defeat, discover a mysterious planet that not only has a breathable atmosphere but also appears to be capable of materializing objects from their thoughts. As they utilize this strange phenomenon to create weapons and duplicate their forces, their ambitions spiral out of control. However, as they embark on a return journey to take revenge on their enemies, they face catastrophic consequences when their newly created fleet begins to vanish in the vacuum of space, revealing the dangers of their short-sightedness and the fragile nature of their newfound power. The story serves as a cautionary tale about the hubris of unchecked ambition and the potential perils of reliance on forces beyond one’s understanding.
    Summary from Project Gutenberg (automatically generated)

    Themes, setting & tropes

    Genres

    Subjects

    • Science fiction
    • Extraterrestrial beings
    • Psychic ability

    Quick answers

    Who wrote Planet of Creation?

    Planet of Creation was written by Chester S. Geier.

    What genre is Planet of Creation?

    It is usually shelved as Victorian Science Fiction and Classic Fantasy.

    Is Planet of Creation 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 Planet of Creation?

    Readers who like it often enjoy The Sex Life of the Gods, Occasion ... for Disaster and The Time Traders.

    More by Chester S. Geier

    All books →

    Books like Planet of Creation