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The Poison Belt

Arthur Conan Doyle
eng. The Poison Belt · 1913
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Historical Context and Significance

Historical Context and Significance

«The Poison Belt» is a science fiction novel by Arthur Conan Doyle, first published in 1913. The book continues the adventures of Professor Challenger, first introduced in the novel «The Lost World». In «The Poison Belt», Doyle explores the theme of a global catastrophe caused by Earth's passage through a cloud of poisonous ether, leading to mass extinction of humanity. The novel reflects early 20th-century anxieties related to scientific discoveries and their potential consequences. Its cultural impact lies in its ability to raise questions about the fragility of human civilization and the role of science in society. It also inspired subsequent generations of science fiction authors to create works about global catastrophes and human survival. Doyle masterfully blends elements of adventure with science fiction, making the work relevant even today.

The Poison Belt
Date of publication: 18 December 2024
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Arthur Conan Doyle
Original title: eng. The Poison Belt · 1913
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