Vril by Edward Bulwer-Lytton
The Power of the Coming Race
This novel unfolds in a subterranean world inhabited by beings who possess advanced powers and technology, thanks to their mastery of a mysterious energy called Vril. The narrative follows a young, unnamed male protagonist who stumbles upon this hidden society and explores its wonders, including its social structure, technology, and the potential threat its inhabitants pose to the surface world due to their superior abilities. As he navigates this underground realm, he encounters love, cultural clashes, and the philosophical implications of a society wielding such immense power, ultimately questioning the ethics of using such energy and the true nature of civilization.
The 4309th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1871
- Nationality
- British
- Length
- Very Short
- Pages
- 128
- Original Language
- English
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- Alternate Titles
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- The Coming Race
- Vril: The Power of the Coming Race
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- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)