The Dark Door by Alan Edward Nourse
The Dark Door, written by Alan Edward Nourse, is a science fiction novel that explores the themes of technology, consciousness, and the human condition. The story follows a group of scientists who discover a mysterious door in a remote location that leads to a parallel universe. As they venture through the door, they encounter strange and dangerous creatures, as well as unexpected insights into their own world. The novel is notable for its exploration of the relationship between technology and consciousness, as the scientists grapple with the implications of their discoveries on their understanding of reality and themselves. The Dark Door is a thought-provoking and suspenseful read that challenges readers to consider the consequences of scientific progress and the nature of existence.
By Alan Edward Nourse · First published 1981 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure · 6 chapters · 10,519 words
First lines
It was almost dark when he awoke, and lay on the bed, motionless and trembling, his heart sinking in the knowledge that he should never have slept. For almost half a minute, eyes wide with fear, he lay in the silence of the gloomy room, straining to hear some sound, some indication of their presence.
But the only sound was the barely audible hum of his wrist watch and the dismal splatter of raindrops on the cobbled street outside. There was no sound to feed his fear, yet he knew then, without a flicker of doubt, that they were going to kill him.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Alan Edward Nourse
- Date: 1981 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure
- Length: 10,519 words
- Structure: 6 chapters, 232 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The novel revolves around science fiction themes of advanced technologies, time travel, and alien life.
- Adventure — The story involves a thrilling and suspenseful journey through different times and places, fitting the adventure genre.
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