When the World Screamed

Name: When the World Screamed
Author: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

The World Screamed is a science fiction novella by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, first published in 1928. It tells the story of Professor George Edward Challenger, a scientist who discovers a way to penetrate the Earth's crust and explore the inner world. Challenger and his team of scientists travel to the center of the Earth, where they find a strange and hostile environment. They encounter a race of intelligent, telepathic creatures living in the inner world, and discover that they are the source of the mysterious "screams" that have been heard around the world. The team must battle the creatures and their powerful leader, the "Voice of the World," in order to escape and return to the surface. Along the way, they learn about the creatures' history and culture, and the secrets of the inner world. The World Screamed is a thrilling adventure story that combines elements of science fiction, horror, and fantasy. It is a classic of the genre and a must-read for fans of Doyle's work.

By Sir Arthur Conan Doyle · First published 1914 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Mystery · 11,275 words

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I had a vague recollection of having heard my friend Edward Malone, of the Gazette, speak of Professor Challenger, with whom he had been associated in some remarkable adventures. I am so busy, however, with my own profession, and my firm has been so overtaxed with orders, that I know little of what is going on in the world outside my own special interests. My general recollection was that Challenger has been depicted as a wild genius of a violent and intolerant disposition. I was greatly surprised to receive a business communication from him which was in the following terms: '14 (Bis), Enmore Gardens, Kensington.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Sir Arthur Conan Doyle
Date: 1914 CE
Language: English
Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Mystery, Fantasy
Length: 11,275 words
Structure: 1 section, 397 paragraphs
Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)

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Science Fiction — The book follows a scientist's journey to the Earth's core, which is a common theme in science fiction literature.
Adventure — The book follows the protagonist's journey to the Earth's core, which is a common theme in adventure literature.
Mystery — The book follows the protagonist's journey to the Earth's core, which is a common theme in mystery literature.
Fantasy — The book follows the protagonist's journey to the Earth's core, which is a common theme in fantasy literature.