The Panchronicon

By Harold Steele Mackaye

Book Overview

The Panchronicon is a science fiction novel written by Harold Steele Mackaye. The story revolves around a group of five people who embark on a journey through time and space in a machine called the Panchronicon. The machine was invented by the protagonist, Dr. Ambrose, who believes that time is an illusion and that the past, present, and future coexist simultaneously. The five travelers include Dr. Ambrose, his daughter, a journalist, a wealthy businessman, and a young scientist. They set out on their journey, traveling through different eras and places, including ancient Egypt, medieval Europe, and a future utopia. Along the way, they encounter various obstacles and challenges, including a group of hostile aliens and a rogue time traveler who threatens to disrupt the fabric of time itself.As they travel through time, the characters reflect on the nature of time, history, and humanity, and the implications of their journey for the future of civilization. The novel explores themes such as the nature of reality, the consequences of time travel, and the role of science and technology in shaping human destiny.Overall, The Panchronicon is an engaging and thought-provoking science fiction novel that offers a unique perspective on the nature of time and the human experience.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163789623
• ISBN13: 9781163789629
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"