The Kingdom of the Blind
The Kingdom of the Blind is a science fiction novel written by George O. Smith and published in 1950. The story follows a group of scientists who discover an alien race living on Mars, and their attempts to communicate with them. The book explores themes of language barriers, cultural differences, and the dangers of misunderstanding between different species.
By George O. Smith · First published 1952 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Thriller · 13 chapters · 37,169 words
First lines
Doctor Pollard, psychologist, seemed puzzled.
"This has happened before," he remarked.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: George O. Smith
- Date: 1952 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Thriller, Mystery
- Length: 37,169 words
- Structure: 13 chapters, 1,234 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The book primarily explores speculative scientific concepts and futuristic technology.
- Adventure — The narrative involves a journey or quest with elements of excitement and risk.
- Thriller — The plot includes suspenseful and tense situations that keep the reader engaged.
- Mystery — There are elements of intrigue and problem-solving as characters uncover hidden truths.
Tags
science fiction · mystery · adventure · suspense · psychological · dystopian · technology · human nature · society · philosophy · survival · conflict
Contents
- Amnesiac!
- Double Trouble
- Kidnaped!
- Face to Face
- Kingallis
- Proof
- Free-For-All
- Matter Transmission
- Court is Dismissed
- Flight from Asylum
- Prophets of Doom
- Negative Matter
- Last Chance