Out Of The Silence by Erle Cox

Name: Out Of The Silence
Author: Erle Cox

Out of the Silence is a science fiction novel by Australian author Erle Cox. It was first published in 1925. The novel follows the story of a scientist, Professor John Hammond, who discovers a mysterious force that can be used to manipulate matter and energy. He uses this force to create a new form of matter, which he calls "neutronium". With this new form of matter, he is able to create a new form of life, which he calls "neutrons". The novel follows the adventures of Hammond and his neutrons as they explore the universe and discover new worlds. Along the way, they encounter strange creatures, powerful forces, and mysterious civilizations. As they explore, they also uncover secrets about the origin of the universe and the nature of reality. The novel is a classic example of early science fiction, and is considered to be one of the most influential works of the genre. It has been praised for its imaginative world-building and its exploration of philosophical and scientific themes.

By Erle Cox · First published 1919 · Genre: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Adventure · 33 chapters · 112,792 words

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There was a man seated at a table in what appeared to be a vast physical laboratory. On the table, which was littered with instruments and apparatus, stood a large glass tank in which a fish could be seen swimming. The silence was broken only by occasional movements of the man utterly absorbed in the work he was doing.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Erle Cox
Date: 1919 CE
Language: English
Genres: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Adventure, Romance, Mystery
Length: 112,792 words
Structure: 33 chapters, 3,432 paragraphs
Reading fit: Difficult (College Level)

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Science Fiction — Out Of The Silence is a science fiction novel set in the early 20th century, featuring a protagonist who discovers a mysterious new element that could revolutionize the world.
Fantasy — The novel contains elements of fantasy, such as the mysterious element and its potential to alter the course of history.
Adventure — The novel follows the protagonist's journey as he discovers the mysterious element and attempts to keep it out of the wrong hands.
Romance — The novel contains a romantic subplot between the protagonist and a female character.