Solander's Radio Tomb
The story revolves around a mysterious tomb discovered in an Egyptian excavation site, which contains a radio broadcasting strange messages and music from the past. The protagonist, an American adventurer, becomes obsessed with uncovering the secrets behind the tomb and its supernatural broadcasts. As he delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a hidden chamber containing ancient artifacts and a cryptic message that holds the key to understanding the phenomenon.
By Ellis Parker Butler · First published 1922 · Genre: Science Fiction, Mystery, Humor · 3,610 words
First lines
_"Pigs Is Pigs" Butler quite surpasses himself in this story. The intricacies in radio are so great, and the changes occur so quickly that no one can afford to make a will wherein a radio provision figures. Once we thought of having a radio loud speaker installed in our coffin to keep us company and make it less lonesome. After reading this story we quickly changed our mind. The possibilities are too various._
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Solander's Radio Tomb is listed on Textopian as a short story by Ellis Parker Butler, dated 1922 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Ellis Parker Butler
- Date: 1922 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Mystery, Humor, Adventure, Drama
- Length: 3,610 words
- Structure: 1 section, 45 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The plot revolves around futuristic technology and speculative concepts.
- Mystery — The story involves solving a puzzle or uncovering hidden truths.
- Humor — The writing style and themes include elements of satire and wit.
- Adventure — The narrative includes exciting and unusual experiences.
Tags
Mystery · Adventure · Fantasy · Science Fiction · Humor · Satire · Early 20th Century · American Literature · Pulp Fiction · Weird Fiction · Speculative Fiction · Radio Broadcasting