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Planet of the Gods

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Robert Moore Williams's Planet of the Gods is a Victorian science fiction and classic fantasy novel. Readers will find themes of extraterrestrial beings and human-alien encounters.

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About Planet of the Gods

"Planet of the Gods" by Robert Moore Williams is a science fiction novel written during the early 1940s. The story revolves around a space exploration team, led by Commander Jed Hargraves, who discovers a new solar system with planets that might harbor life. The narrative explores themes of interstellar travel, the potential for encountering alien civilizations, and the philosophical implications of intelligent life in the universe. In the book, the Third Interstellar Expedition encounters two planets orbiting Vega and decides to land on one that appears to have an atmosphere and lakes. However, upon arrival, they are attacked by a mysterious spherical ship and face potential destruction. After a fierce battle, Hargraves and his crew must navigate their survival on the alien planet while dealing with the unexpected resurrection of their deceased crewmates, who have been reanimated and claim to have been brought back to life by the planet's strange inhabitants. As they uncover the true nature of these beings—who possess telepathic abilities and advanced technology—the crew grapples with their identity and the implications of their findings, ultimately discovering a link between their species and those who inhabit the planet. The story weaves action, mystery, and existential exploration into a thought-provoking narrative about humanity's place in the cosmos.
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Planet of the Gods — LibriVox recording, 1 h 45 min in 7 sections.

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  • Science fiction
  • Extraterrestrial beings
  • Human-alien encounters

Quick answers

Who wrote Planet of the Gods?

Planet of the Gods was written by Robert Moore Williams.

What genre is Planet of the Gods?

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

Is Planet of the Gods 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 Planet of the Gods?

Yes — LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 1 h 45 min.

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