Lord Tedric by E.E. Smith (1934)
The novel "Lord Tedric" by E.E. Smith is a work of science fiction that explores the themes of technology and society. The story follows the titular character, Lord Tedric, as he navigates a complex web of political intrigue and technological advancements in a distant future society. The book is set in a world where advanced technology has created a class system, with those who possess the latest innovations at the top of society and those who do not at the bottom. Lord Tedric, who is part of the ruling class, becomes embroiled in a plot to overthrow the current government and establish a new order. Throughout the novel, Smith explores the tensions between technology and humanity, as well as the dangers of unchecked technological advancement. The book is known for its imaginative and futuristic concepts, as well as its thought-provoking themes.
By E.E. Smith · First published 1934 · Genre: Science Fiction, Space Opera, Adventure · 15,590 words
First lines
Time is the strangest of all mysteries. Relatively unimportant events, almost unnoticed as they occur, may, in hundreds of years, result in Ultimate Catastrophe. On Time Track Number One, that was the immutable result. But on Time Track Number Two there was one little event that could be used to avert it -- the presence of a naked woman in public. So, Skandos One removed the clothing from the Lady Rhoann and after one look, Lord Tedric did the rest!
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: E.E. Smith
- Date: 1934 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Space Opera, Adventure
- Length: 15,590 words
- Structure: 1 section, 265 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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- Science Fiction — The book features advanced science and technology, extraterrestrial life forms, and futuristic settings, which are core elements of the science fiction genre.
- Space Opera — The novel contains elements of dramatic, often romantic adventure set in outer space, which are significant features in the space opera subgenre of science fiction.
- Adventure — Lord Tedric's journey and his experiences demonstrate elements of the adventure genre.
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science fiction · space opera · adventure · fantasy · intergalactic · romance · heroic · military · exploration · alien civilizations · time travel · action