S. P. Meek

The Solar Magnet, a classical book, has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we at Alpha Editions have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies of their original work and hence the text is clear and readable.

This book has been considered important throughout the human history, and so that this work is never forgotten we have made efforts in its preservation by republishing this book in a modern format for present and future generations. This whole book has been reformatted, retyped and designed. These books are not made of scanned copies and hence the text is clear and readable.

A journey in time... or a journey into our psyche? This collection of six short stories spanning from the 1890's to to 1950's shows just how various authors have used the vehicle of time travel as a mirror to ourselves. Running away to the past, escaping from the present, avoiding a future, even a print shop manager using time travel to speed up letterpress type setting Each story a sign of its own time, yet many common threads are revealed in this span of sixty years of science fiction stories. Includes "A Traveler in Time" by August Derleth; "Nine Men in Time" by Noel Loomis; "The Thief of Time" by Capt. S. P. Meek; "The Man from 2071" by Sewell Peaslee Wright; "The Man from Time" by Frank Belknap Long; and the seminal "The Time Machine" by H. G. Wells.

"A delightful find ... anthology series that attempts to collect the early days of perhaps the greatest SF magazine, Amazing Stories, the Grand Old Lady of the pulps. The editors also include the interior illustrations, including work by Frank R. Paul and F. S. Hynd." -Black Gate magazine The newest volume of this widely-acclaimed anthology series showcases memorable stories from the pens of the era's most celebrated authors: Clare Winger Harris and Miles J. Breuer, MD, give birth to "A Baby on Neptune," a tale whose conceptualization and execution had no parallel until Cyril Kornbluth and Judith Merril's 1951 Mars Child (AKA Outpost Mars). Miles J. Breuer, MD presents one of his patented mind-stretchers, "The Captured Cross-Section," which manages to combine science, adventure and romance without even straining. G. Peyton Wertenbaker takes us into "The Chamber of Life," possibly the first ever tale of virtual reality, which sf critic Sam Moskowitz cited for its "stylistic finish, sophistication and subtlety". Bob Olsen's "The Superperfect Bride," opens new directions in scifi, depicting nudity and arousal for the first time in a science fiction magazine while grappling with questions of identity and humanity. (Sf historian E. F. Bleiler cites it for an "almost surreal in its eroticism.") David H. Keller, MD displays and adroit mastery of the scientific horror yarn in "The Worm", which proves him every bit the equal of H. P. Lovecraft, whose "the Colour Out of Space," had appeared in Amazing two years earlier. Louise Taylor Hansen (an author of books popularizing anthropology and geology) defied gender expectations with a rigorous scientific adventure puzzle, "The Undersea Tube", the spellbinding story of marine disaster in a future where the continents are connected by tubes bored beneath the world's oceans. (The story comes complete with Hansen's own plan and section drawings.) Wallace West offers "The Last Man," focusing on the euphonious character's fate in an all-female society produced through pathogenesis. A Hyatt Verrill hits the heights with "Vampires of the Desert," which Bleiler ranked as "Verrill's best story." Captain S. P. Meek gives readers a true classic in "Futility", a story Bleiler says is "arguably Meek's best," dealing with a computer so advanced it can forecast anyone's date of death (which may well have been the genesis of Robert A. Heinlein's first published story, "Lifeline"). Plus all the original illustrations and editorial blurbs for each story, and a fascinating, informative Introduction surveying Amazing Stories 1929.

Dr. Bird looked up impatiently as the door of his private laboratory in the Bureau of Standards swung open, but the frown on his face changed to a smile as he saw the form of Operative Carnes of the United States Secret Service framed in the doorway." Hello, Carnes," he called cheerfully. "Take a seat and make yourself at home for a few minutes. I'll be with you as soon as I finish getting this weight." Carnes sat on the edge of a bench and watched with admiration the long nervous hands and the slim tapering fingers of the famous scientist. Dr. Bird stood well over six feet and weighed two hundred and six pounds stripped: his massive shoulders and heavy shock of unruly black hair combined to give him the appearance of a prize-fighter-until one looked at his hands. Acid stains and scars could not hide the beauty of those mobile hands, the hands of an artist and a dreamer. An artist Dr. Bird was, albeit his artistry expressed itself in the most delicate and complicated experiments in the realms of pure and applied science that the world has ever seen, rather than in the commoner forms of art. The doctor finished his task of weighing a porcelain crucible, set it carefully into a dessicator, and turned to his friend." What's on your mind, Carnes?" he asked. "You look worried. Is there another counterfeit on the market?"

Surfman: The Adventures Of A Coast Guard Dog is a heartwarming and exciting book written by S. P. Meek. The book revolves around the life of a brave and loyal dog named Surfman, who is a member of the United States Coast Guard. The story is set in the early 1900s, where Surfman and his handler, Coast Guard Captain Joe, are stationed at a remote lighthouse on the coast of Maine. The book is divided into several short stories that narrate Surfman's adventures as a Coast Guard dog. From rescuing sailors from a shipwreck to tracking down smugglers, Surfman and Captain Joe face various challenges and dangers in their line of duty. The book also explores the bond between Surfman and his human companions, as well as the important role that dogs play in the Coast Guard. Meek's writing style is simple and engaging, making the book suitable for readers of all ages. The stories are filled with action and suspense, with a touch of humor and emotion. The book also includes charming illustrations that bring Surfman and his adventures to life. Overall, Surfman: The Adventures Of A Coast Guard Dog is a delightful book that celebrates the bravery and loyalty of dogs, as well as the dedication of the men and women who serve in the Coast Guard. It is a perfect read for anyone who loves dogs, adventure, and heartwarming stories. This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

During the 30's, the magazine Astounding Stories of Super Science was one of the premier venues for science fiction. One of the most popular characters from this time was the scientist, Dr. Bird, who with his friend, Secret Service Operative Carnes, strove endlessly to thwart the plots of criminals and Russian agents against the United States using the best scientific knowledge of the time. Now, Resurrected Press has brought together eleven of these stories from the pages of Astounding in... The Astounding Adventures of Dr. Bird. Stories include: "The Thief of Time", "Cold Light", "The Ray of Madness", "Stolen Brains", "The Sea Terror", "The Black Lamp", "When Caverns Yawned", "The Port of Missing Planes", "The Solar Magnet", "Poisoned Air", "The Great Drought".