Amazing Tales Volume 115
Charles D. Cunningham
Sep 2022 · CLASSICS TO GO Book 115 · Otbebookpublishing
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Dive into "Amazing Tales Volume 115", a captivating collection that explores themes of mystery, individuality, and cosmic intrigue. In "The Man Who Flew" by Charles D. Cunningham, the city is enveloped in gloom as Keller, a struggling investigator, encounters a client with an enigmatic request, setting off a chain of unforeseen events. Transitioning to a realm governed by grape-headed beings, "A Planet For Your Thoughts" by James Norman presents a gripping sci-fi narrative. Here, Bill Petrie challenges the status quo, igniting a cosmic crisis through the audacity of independent thought. Next, "Sargasso of the Stars" by Frederic Arnold Kummer plunges readers into a cursed void where lost spaceships and a tense crew face survival's ultimate test, weaving a tale of cosmic mystery and human resolve. Theodore L. Thomas's "The Good Work" propels us into a densely populated future where one man's struggle for individuality defies the suffocating grip of conformity, questioning the value of uniqueness in a homogenized society. Finally, "South to Propontis" by Henry Andrew Ackermann takes us across the brutal Martian deserts. Join Don Moffat, a young Earth-dreamer shackled by family secrets and the sinister Avis Gladiator, as he quests for the mythical city of Propontis, where past and future collide in a tale rich with survival and betrayal. Each story in "Amazing Tales Volume 115" beckons readers into worlds where the extraordinary becomes reality, challenging perceptions and evoking wonder.
About the author
Charles D. Cunningham, born in 1898 in the industrial heartland of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, emerged as a pivotal figure in early 20th-century speculative fiction. His upbringing amidst the steel mills and rapid technological advancements profoundly influenced his imaginative works, which often explored the interplay between humanity and machinery. Cunningham's literary career took off in the 1920s, a period marked by both the Roaring Twenties' exuberance and the looming shadows of economic uncertainty. His stories, published in various pulp magazines, captivated readers with their visionary depictions of futuristic societies and ethical dilemmas posed by scientific progress. Notably, Cunningham was a vocal critic of unchecked technological growth, a stance that sparked considerable controversy during an era that largely celebrated industrial triumphs. His works often featured protagonists grappling with the moral implications of their inventions, a theme that resonated deeply during the Great Depression and the subsequent rise of totalitarian regimes.Cunningham's influence extended to contemporary writers, including Isaac Asimov and Ray Bradbury, who admired his ability to weave complex philosophical questions into gripping narratives. His advocacy for responsible innovation and his cautionary tales about the potential perils of technological hubris remain strikingly relevant today.Despite his passing in 1965, Charles D. Cunningham's legacy endures, inspiring modern readers and writers to reflect on the ethical dimensions of our relentless pursuit of progress. His visionary ideas and thought-provoking stories continue to challenge and captivate, cementing his place as a cornerstone of speculative fiction.
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