Pleiades Club—Telegraphers' Paradise on Planet Mars

Chapter 3: PREFACE

Open in WeRead

Explore more books like this:

About This Book

A series of whimsical, nostalgic vignettes imagine a society of veteran telegraph operators inhabiting Mars after death, gathering to celebrate Earth holidays, honor notable figures, hold tournaments, and discuss technological marvels like wireless communication and inventions. Through speeches, musical interludes, and convivial contests, the narratives mix affectionate reminiscence, technical anecdotes, and light satire while asserting a comforting view of eternity as peaceful continuity. Episodes include organized festivities, demonstrations of skill, visits by celebrated inventors, relief missions, and even a journey toward Jupiter, all underscoring camaraderie, professional pride, and a hopeful perspective on life after death.

PREFACE

In offering the “Pleiades Club” to the public, I have no apologies to make. Some may object to the declarations contained herein, but they are all consistent with intelligent beliefs, and not contrary to fixed or orthodox faith. “There is no death,” and my thought is to strengthen and impress this health-giving idea upon all of my readers. I have undertaken to describe a reign of harmony that exists after “Life’s fitful fever” which is more worthy of credence than the hell afire and damnation espoused by some creeds and religions; and I hope that my telegraph friends will feel better on this score from a perusal of the “Pleiades Club.”

THE AUTHOR.