The Metal Monster by Abraham Merritt

Name: The Metal Monster
Author: Abraham Merritt

"The Metal Monster" is a science fiction novel written by Abraham Merritt and published in 1917. The story follows the adventures of a young man named Barsoom, who discovers that he is the reincarnation of an ancient king and must reclaim his rightful place as ruler of a lost world. Along the way, he encounters a mysterious metal monster that threatens to destroy everything in its path. With the help of his friends and allies, Barsoom must navigate treacherous landscapes, battle fierce creatures, and unravel the secrets of his past in order to save the world from destruction.

By Abraham Merritt · First published 1920 · Genre: Science Fiction, Horror, Adventure · 31 chapters · 98,750 words

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In this great crucible of life we call the world -- in the vaster one we call the universe -- the mysteries lie close packed, uncountable as grains of sand on ocean's shores. They thread gigantic, the star-flung spaces; they creep, atomic, beneath the microscope's peering eye. They walk beside us, unseen and unheard, calling out to us, asking why we are deaf to their crying, blind to their wonder.

Sometimes the veils drop from a man's eyes, and he sees -- and speaks of his vision. Then those who have not seen pass him by with the lifted brows of disbelief, or they mock him, or if his vision has been great enough they fall upon and destroy him.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Abraham Merritt
Date: 1920 CE
Language: English
Genres: Science Fiction, Horror, Adventure, Fantasy
Length: 98,750 words
Structure: 31 chapters, 2,475 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Genres

Science Fiction — The book involves a group of explorers who discover a mesmerizing metallic lifeform in the inhospitable mountains of Asia. The combination of advanced alien technology and extraterrestrial life makes 'Science Fiction' the primary genre.
Horror — The explorer group's encounter with the alien lifeform leads to terrifying and dangerous situations, thus fitting the 'Horror' genre.
Adventure — The book follows an expedition into uncharted territories, making 'Adventure' a suitable genre.
Fantasy — The presence of an otherworldly metallic lifeform, its hypnotic powers, and the fantastical nature of the Asian mountains classify this book under the 'Fantasy' genre.