Uranie (1889)

Uranie is a science fiction novel written by French astronomer and author Camille Flammarion and originally published in 1889. The story follows a group of travelers who journey to Mars and explore the planet's landscape and inhabitants. The protagonist, a French astronomer named Martial, is accompanied by his wife, his brother, and a few other scientists on this incredible journey. Throughout the book, Flammarion weaves together elements of science, philosophy, and adventure as the characters encounter strange creatures, witness incredible natural phenomena, and grapple with the implications of their discoveries. The novel was written at a time when scientific discoveries and advancements were rapidly changing the world, and Flammarion's vision of space travel and exploration was seen as groundbreaking and visionary. Uranie is a classic work of science fiction that continues to inspire and captivate readers with its vivid descriptions of other worlds and its exploration of the human condition.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.