Science to the Front
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By Ambrose Bierce · First published 1893 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Thriller · 619 words
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In connection with this subject of "mysterious disappearance"-of which every memory is stored with abundant example-it is pertinent to note the belief of Dr. Hem, of Leipsic; not by way of explanation, unless the reader may choose to take it so, but because of its intrinsic interest as a singular speculation. This distinguished scientist has expounded his views in a book entitled "Verschwinden und Seine Theorie," which has attracted some attention, "particularly," says one writer, "among the followers of Hegel, and mathematicians who hold to the actual existence of a so-called non-Euclidean space-that is to say, of space which has more dimensions than length, breadth, and thickness-space in which it would be possible to tie a knot in an endless cord and to turn a rubber ball inside out without ‘a solution of its continuity,' or in other words, without breaking or cracking it."
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Ambrose Bierce
- Date: 1893 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Thriller, Mystery
- Length: 619 words
- Structure: 1 section, 4 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The book's title suggests a theme of scientific exploration or premise. It is thus reasonable to categorise it as a science fiction title. Ambrose Bierce also has a body of work associated with this genre.
- Adventure — The title 'Science to the Front' suggests some form of advancing or pioneering, possibly through exploration of uncharted territory or a challenging situation.
- Thriller — The 'to the front' phrase might suggest a form of confrontation or eminent threat that can be associated with thrillers.
- Mystery — The title 'Science to the Front' could also indicate a mystery that reveals itself through scientific investigation or discovery.
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Science fiction · Fiction · Short stories · Classic literature · American literature · Humor · Satire · Parody · Social commentary · Cynicism · Irony · Mystery