The Runaway Skyscraper by Murray Leinster

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Author Leinster, Murray, 1896-1975
Title The Runaway Skyscraper
Series Title Produced from the February 22, 1919 issue of Argosy magazine.
Note Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Runaway Skyscraper" by Murray Leinster is a science fiction novel written during the early 20th century. The story revolves around a mysterious event that causes a skyscraper in New York City to inexplicably transport its occupants back in time, leading them to experience life in a primitive setting long before the discovery of America. This intriguing plot tackles themes of survival, adaptation, and the challenges posed by a drastic shift in the world around the characters. The narrative follows Arthur Chamberlain, a young engineer, and his stenographer, Estelle Woodward, as they navigate the bewildering and dangerous reality of their new environment after the skyscraper begins to spin backward in time. As they face uncertainty and the fear of starvation, Arthur emerges as a leader among the other occupants, initiating various self-sustaining measures and attempting to communicate with the indigenous people they encounter. The relationship between Arthur and Estelle develops amidst the chaos, and their connection symbolizes hope and resilience as they adapt to their circumstances. The novel intricately blends elements of suspense, romance, and adventure as the characters strive to uncover the mystery behind their situation and find a way back to their original timeline. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
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EBook-No. 17355
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Most Recently Updated Dec 13, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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