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Full of mid-century science-fiction wonder, cosmic imagination, and bold adventure, Beyond the Stars is Ray Cummings at his most visionary—an exploration of the infinite, the unknown, and the mind-shattering possibilities that lie just outside the reach of human understanding.

Lee Anthony finds himself and two of his friends kidnapped and taken on a strange voyage. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)

In "Cat-Woman" the narrative revolves around a New York lawyer who embarks on a journey to a frozen canyon in Canada. Armed with promising news from London, he sets out to deliver it to the inhabitants of a cozy cabin nestled in the cold wilderness. However, as the story progresses, it becomes evident that there is an air of mystery and intrigue surrounding his visit.

It took what seemed but half a day's travelling to traverse the 28,000 years that separated Loto Rogers from the most beautiful girl he had ever seen. He had expected to find mighty cities and a flowering civilisation in that future world, but instead he found only ice and snow—and Azeela. In a frozen wasteland where humanity clings to survival amid brutal tribes and ancient secrets, young inventor Loto must master the ultimate frontier: time itself.

When a large deposit of an immensely valuable mineral has been located on Earth's moon, an expedition has been sent to mine it in secret. But when the secret gets out, underhanded elements of the people of Mars, Venus, and Earth launch their own secret plot to hijack the claim and make a fortune. It is up to our hero, Gregg Haljan, and his trusted ally Snap Dean to safeguard Earth's acquisition of the Moon treasure and protect the brave men of the expedition from... the BRIGANDS OF THE MOON!

Nine classic science fiction stories.

When his father died and the lawyer delivered a letter to young Atwood, it was the start of interstellar journey seeking the mysterious element Xarite. A unique material that can cure Earthly diseases and may be the key to saving a race of strange aliens. FNH Audio presents an unabridged reading of Ray Cummings' classic science fiction heroic tale.

Eleven unabridged stories from the golden age of science fiction.

Step into the year 2430 A.D. with Tarrano the Conqueror, a thrilling narrative that transports you far beyond our present time, much like Columbus would have felt reading about modern life. As the author and narrator, I invite you to experience this future world through a contemporary lens, enriched with colloquialisms that breathe life into the text. Imagine reading a fresh translation of my original story, where the excitement of an advanced age unfolds before you, melding the past with a vivid portrayal of the future.

In a solar system with nine major planets, humanity first ventured into interplanetary commerce, trading with the ancient Martian civilization. But then, a shocking discovery emerged a tenth planet, an enigmatic maverick, was on a collision course with Earth and Mars. This rogue world disrupted astronautical calculations and stirred chaos among the two inhabited planets. Little did they know, this was WANDL THE INVADER—no barren rock, but a vibrant world inhabited by minds and monsters, arriving with a purpose far beyond mere astronomical anomaly! - Summary from the Original book jacket ...

In a universe where nine planets had become the cradle of interplanetary commerce and the ancient Martian civilization thrived, a startling discovery shattered the status quo—a mysterious tenth planet, a rogue world from the depths of interstellar space. As it veered dangerously close to the Earth-Mars spaceways, it threw astronautic calculations into disarray and ignited chaos on both inhabited worlds. Little did they know, this was no ordinary celestial body. It was WANDL THE INVADER, a vibrant world inhabited by formidable minds and terrifying creatures, arriving with intentions far ...

Dive into the mysterious and perilous world of the Lowlands as Philip Grant embarks on a thrilling assignment filled with both enchantment and danger. (Summary by Ray Cummings)

In his groundbreaking declaration, Professor Newland posited that the astonishing astronomical events of the previous November‚Aîthe appearance of mysterious stars and the striking red and green meteors‚Aîpointed to the existence of intelligent life on the planet Mercury. (An excerpt from chapter 1.)

Did the elusive planet Vulcan really exist? Once believed to orbit our sun on the opposite side of Earth, Vulcan has been a subject of tantalizing speculation. As one expedition mysteriously vanished in search of the truth, another is set to follow in its footsteps‚Aîunraveling the secrets of a planet shrouded in myth. What unknown dangers lurked in the shadowy gorges of Vulcan? Join us as we delve into this captivating tale that first appeared in Planet Stories in March 1943.

In a fascinating journey that begins with a golden ring examined under a microscope, a chemist uncovers a vibrant sub-atomic world. There, he encounters a stunning young girl who captivates his imagination. With the help of newfound chemicals that grant the ability to shrink or grow, he and three adventurous friends embark on an extraordinary quest into this miniature realm. (Summary by Richard Kilmer)

Nemo awakens on a mesmerizing self-contained world nestled within a meteor in the rings of Saturn, his first memory shrouded in mystery. As he embarks on an extraordinary journey, he encounters Nona, and together they uncover the marvels of their enchanting realm. Hidden wonders and an entire civilization await discovery on this tiny meteor, promising adventure at every turn. Originally serialized in Science and Invention magazine from January to September 1924, this captivating tale is brought to life by Krista Zaleski.

In a time of unimaginable peril, Earth stands on the brink of destruction, facing a doom beyond the wildest dreams of mankind. The world desperately needs its heroes, yet the only defenders available are five seemingly insignificant humans, trapped on a distant planet. Will they rise to the challenge and become the champions Earth so desperately needs? - Summary by Original Gutenberg text

In a desperate bid to escape their own twisted nightmare, a group of creatures seeks to snatch a specimen from the vibrant world around them. But swamp-dwelling, alligator-fighting Allen Nixon is not the kind of man who will go down without a fight! - Summary by Original Gutenberg text

When George Randolph first glimpsed Orena, he was captivated by its stunning beauty‚Aîa world where hills, valleys, lakes, and streams shimmered with the glow of precious metals. Even more astonishing was the miniature perfection of this universe, ensconced within a single golden atom! Yet, beneath the allure lay a perilous reality. Somewhere in this tiny expanse were his friends, held captive by a deranged villain and shrunk to the size of the native inhabitants. With the vital growth capsules in hand, Randolph knew he had to act swiftly; time was running out, and the longer they remained ...

Dive into the third installment of the legendary Astounding Magazine, where the realms of imagination come alive! This issue features the thrilling opening chapters of a four-part serialized novel by the visionary Ray Cummings, alongside captivating tales from the talented Capt. S. P. Meek, Will Smith, R. J. Robbins, Sewell Peaslee Wright, and A. T. Locke. Join us for a journey through the extraordinary, narrated by Alan Winterrowd.