Aelita by Alexei Tolstoy
This science fiction novel unfolds an adventurous tale of an engineer and a soldier who embark on a daring journey to Mars, driven by the engineer's invention of a spacecraft. Upon their arrival, they discover a Martian civilization embroiled in social upheaval and are drawn into the complexities of its society. The narrative delves into themes of love, revolution, and the quest for a utopian society through the engineer's romantic involvement with Aelita, the daughter of the Martian ruler. The story weaves together elements of interplanetary travel, political intrigue, and the timeless quest for understanding and connection across cultures, ultimately questioning the very nature of human desires and the possibility of finding paradise beyond Earth.
The 9366th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1923
- Nationality
- Russian
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 200-300
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- Russian
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This book is on the following lists:
- 100 Main Fantasy and Science-Fiction Books (www.mirf.ru (Russian))