Publisher's Synopsis
A Voyage to Arcturus is a science fiction novel written by Scottish author David Lindsay. The story follows the journey of a man named Maskull, who travels from Earth to the planet Arcturus in search of answers about the nature of existence. Along the way, he encounters a variety of strange and otherworldly beings, each with their own unique perspectives on the mysteries of the universe.As Maskull explores the planet and meets its inhabitants, he begins to experience a series of profound transformations, both physical and spiritual. He is forced to confront his own beliefs and assumptions about reality, and to question the very nature of consciousness itself.The book is known for its vivid and imaginative descriptions of alien landscapes and creatures, as well as its philosophical explorations of themes such as identity, free will, and the nature of good and evil. It has been praised for its originality and depth, and is considered a classic of science fiction literature.On a march evening, at eight o'clock, Backhouse, the medium - a fast - rising star in the psychic world - was ushered into the study at Prolands, the Hampstead residence of Montague Faull. The room was illuminated only by the light of a blazing fire.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
