Step into the imaginative world of Edisons Conquest of Mars, a captivating science fiction novel by Garrett P. Serviss, published in 1898. While science fiction was still finding its identity as a genre, it thrived in the literary landscape, with stories and novels captivating readers in numerous fiction magazines. This unauthorized sequel to H. G. Wellss The War of the Worlds takes you on an adventurous journey to Mars, inspired by the legendary inventor Thomas Edison, who also serves as the storys hero. Though it may not have reached the same heights of fame as its predecessor, this tale offers a unique glimpse into the early foundations of science fiction. (Summary from Wikipedia)
