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Pursuit

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Lester Del Rey's Pursuit is a time-travel fiction and Victorian science fiction novel. It deals with time travel and subconsciousness.

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About Pursuit

"Pursuit" by Lester Del Rey is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The story revolves around Wilbur Hawkes, a man who is caught in a mysterious and terrifying situation, having lost his memory for the last seven months, during which dark and inexplicable events transpired. As he navigates the dangers of being pursued, he grapples with his fractured consciousness and the lurking threat of unknown forces. The opening of the novel presents Wilbur Hawkes awakening from a nightmare filled with dread and confusion, panicking upon discovering that time has slipped away from him. He senses he is being hunted and experiences bizarre occurrences around him that hint at something sinister. As he frantically attempts to escape his pursuers, he encounters various elements of danger, including destruction at his apartment and strange, extraordinary events that defy logic. His journey unfolds with a mix of suspense, urgency, and an exploration of darker themes concerning memory, fear, and identity, setting the stage for a thrilling narrative.
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  • Science fiction
  • Time travel
  • Subconsciousness

Quick answers

Who wrote Pursuit?

Pursuit was written by Lester Del Rey.

What genre is Pursuit?

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

Is Pursuit 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 Pursuit?

Yes β€” LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 2 h 00 min.

What books are similar to Pursuit?

Readers who like it often enjoy The Time Machine, The Invisible Man and Anthem.

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