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The radio beasts

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Ralph Milne Farley's The radio beasts is a Victorian science fiction and classic fantasy novel. Key subjects include interplanetary voyages and Radio.

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About The radio beasts

"The Radio Beasts" by Ralph Milne Farley is a science fiction novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the story of Myles Standish Cabot, a radio genius who once journeyed to the planet Venus and faced challenges that threaten the peace of his adopted world. As he delves into new adventures after returning to Earth, the narrative promises an exploration of themes involving loyalty, resilience, and the conflict between different races and cultures. The opening of the story introduces the protagonist, who reflects on a bizarre news item about a maniac interrupting a radio session at General Electric, which leads him to reminisce about Myles Cabot, an old friend who had previously disappeared. Upon encountering Cabot in a surprising reunion, the protagonist learns that Cabot's earlier adventures on Venus were indeed true and not a fabrication. The narrative sets the stage for future conflicts as Cabot reveals troubling developments and the resurgence of threats to the peace he fought to secure, with the fate of numerous characters hanging in the balance. This portion invites curiosity about the dynamics of Cabot's relationships, the nature of his past adventures, and the unfolding political tension on Venus.
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The radio beasts β€” LibriVox recording, 8 h 16 min in 23 sections.

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Themes, setting & tropes

Genres

Subjects

  • Science fiction
  • Interplanetary voyages
  • Venus, Planet
  • Pulp literature
  • Radio

Quick answers

Who wrote The radio beasts?

The radio beasts was written by Ralph Milne Farley.

What genre is The radio beasts?

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

Is The radio beasts 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 The radio beasts?

Yes β€” LibriVox volunteers recorded it; the recording runs 8 h 16 min.

What books are similar to The radio beasts?

Readers who like it often enjoy Off on a Comet! a Journey through Planetary Space, Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus and The Time Machine.

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