Lake of Fire by Frank Belknap Long
Lake of Fire is a science fiction novel written by Frank Belknap Long and published in 1947. The story follows the adventures of a group of scientists who discover an ancient city beneath the surface of Mars, where they encounter strange creatures and uncover secrets about the planet's past.
By Frank Belknap Long · First published 1942 · Genre: Science Fiction, Horror, Adventure · 4,102 words
First lines
When you've been to Mars, when you've struggled / with men and ships and supplies like some tremendous / Herculean figure in the morning of the world, / you'll never really feel at home on Earth.
Steve found the mirror in the great northwestern desert. It was lying half-buried in the sand, and the wind howled in fury over it, and when he bent to pick it up the sun smote him like a shining blade, dividing his tall body into blinding light and wavering shadow.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Frank Belknap Long
- Date: 1942 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Horror, Adventure, Mystery, Thriller
- Length: 4,102 words
- Structure: 1 section, 126 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The plot revolves around futuristic and speculative concepts.
- Horror — Themes of fear, dread, and the supernatural are prevalent.
- Adventure — The narrative includes elements of exploration and action.
- Mystery — There are elements of suspense and investigation.
Tags
horror · fantasy · science fiction · supernatural · mystery · adventure · dark · occult · mythology · suspense · psychological · dystopian