The Sunken Isthmus Or, Frank Reade, Jr., In The Yucatan Channel
By:Luis Senarens Published By:Double9 Books
About the Book
The Sunken Isthmus Or, Frank Reade, Jr., In The Yucatan Channel follows a young inventor and his companion as they embark on an adventurous mission to uncover a sunken landmass. Their journey takes them deep into the ocean, where they face a host of challenges, both from nature and those with selfish motives. The narrative delves into the spirit of exploration and scientific discovery, as the protagonists push the boundaries of invention and technology in their quest for knowledge. Alongside the thrill of discovery, the story explores the tension between competing interests, as a treasure hunter with ulterior motives threatens to derail their mission. The journey reflects the excitement of pushing into uncharted territories while grappling with moral dilemmas and the pursuit of personal gain. As the characters venture deeper into the Yucatan Channel, the clash of ambition and integrity takes center stage, creating a thrilling adventure where both external and internal conflicts shape their path. The novel offers an exciting narrative filled with danger, technology, and the timeless desire for discovery.
Luis Philip Senarens, born on April 24, 1863, in Brooklyn, New York, was a prominent American writer known for his dime novels and science fiction stories. Raised in a Cuban-American family, Senarens found early success in the world of pulp fiction. He is best known for revitalizing the Frank Reade adventure series, originally created by Harry Enton in 1868. Senarens introduced Frank Reade, Jr. as the new protagonist and added futuristic concepts like electricity, airships, and helicopters, which led to his being dubbed "the American Jules Verne." His innovative approach to storytelling captivated readers, and by the 1890s, he was asked to create a similar series, Jack Wright, the Boy Inventor, for publisher Frank Tousey. Senarens also contributed extensively to the Frank Reade Library, a series of periodicals focused on invention stories, under the pseudonym Noname. Over the course of his career, he wrote more than 300 dime novels, establishing himself as a pioneer of science fiction in the United States. In 1917, he became the editor of Mystery Magazine, a detective story periodical. Senarens passed away on December 26, 1939, leaving behind a legacy in the genre of adventure and science fiction.
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