The Vibration Wasps
The Vibration Wasps is a science fiction novel written by Frank Belknap Long in 1952. The story follows the adventures of a group of scientists who discover a new species of wasp that can vibrate at high frequencies, allowing them to travel through time and space. As they explore this newfound ability, they encounter various obstacles and challenges, including hostile aliens and dangerous environments. Ultimately, they must use their wits and ingenuity to survive and return home safely.
By Frank Belknap Long · First published 1928 · Genre: Science Fiction, Horror, Thriller · 4 chapters · 9,304 words
First lines
_Enormous, they were -- like Jupiter -- and unutterably terrifying to Joan -- _
I was out in space with Joan for the sixth time. It might as well have been the eighth or tenth. It went on and on. Every time I rebelled Joan would shrug and murmur: "All right, Richard. I'll go it alone then."
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The Vibration Wasps is listed on Textopian as a novella by Frank Belknap Long, dated 1928 CE.
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- Work type: Novella
- Author: Frank Belknap Long
- Date: 1928 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Horror, Thriller, Mystery, Adventure
- Length: 9,304 words
- Structure: 4 chapters, 215 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 and the supernatural are prevalent.
- Thriller — The narrative maintains a high level of suspense and tension.
- Mystery — Elements of investigation and uncovering secrets are present.
Tags
science fiction · horror · insects · aliens · survival · thriller · suspense · adventure · parasitism · ecology · mutation · dystopia