Pygmalion's Spectacles - Softcover

Weinbaum, Stanley G.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1444458469 ISBN 13: 9781444458466

Publisher: ValdeBooks, 2023

Synopsis

"Pygmalion's Spectacles" is a science fiction short story written by Stanley Grauman Weinbaum, first published in 1935. The story revolves around a man named Dan Burke who stumbles upon a pair of extraordinary spectacles invented by a reclusive scientist named Monsieur Hilditch. These spectacles have the power to create highly realistic and immersive virtual experiences. When worn, the wearer is transported into a vivid and convincing world of their choosing. They can explore any environment, interact with lifelike characters, and experience a wide range of sensations. As Dan Burke discovers the wonders of Pygmalion's Spectacles, he becomes captivated by their potential and begins to delve into a series of awe-inspiring adventures. From exploring ancient civilizations to diving into the depths of the ocean, the spectacles provide him with exhilarating escapades beyond imagination. However, as with any powerful technology, there are also dangers and moral dilemmas associated with the spectacles. The story explores the ethics of manipulating reality, the boundary between fantasy and reality, and the consequences of becoming too absorbed in virtual worlds.

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About the Author

Stanley Grauman Weinbaum (April 4, 1902 - December 14, 1935) was an American science fiction author. His career in science fiction was short but influential. His first story, "A Martian Odyssey", was published to grea acclaim in July 1934, but he would be dead from lung cancer within eighteen months. Weinbaum was born in Louisville, Kentucky and attended school in Milwaukee. He attended the University of Wisconsin, first as a chemical engineering major but later switching to English as his major, but contrary to common belief he did not graduate. On a bet, Weinbaum took an exam for a friend, and was later discovered; he left the university in 1923.

Edition details

• Publisher: ValdeBooks
• Publication date: 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1444458469
• ISBN 13: 9781444458466
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 24