The Garin Death Ray

Interesting Facts

• The book is one of the first works in the science fiction genre in Russian literature.
• The main character, engineer Garin, creates a powerful weapon—the death ray, capable of destroying any materials.
• The work touches on themes of scientific progress and its impact on society, as well as the moral dilemmas associated with the use of new technologies.
• The book features a strong dystopian theme, showing how power and greed can lead to catastrophic consequences.
• The novel has been adapted into films several times, including in 1965 under the title «The Garin Death Ray» and in 1973 as «The Fall of Engineer Garin».