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The Hollow Earth

By F. T. Ives
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The author advances a speculative model of a hollow planetary interior and critiques established geological and astronomical explanations. Organized as short chapters, the text examines heat generation, ocean currents, ice formation, glaciers, earthquakes, volcanoes, springs and wells, and meteor phenomena, arguing that friction, water distribution, and internal cavities better explain observations than molten cores, polar points, or standard gravity laws. It questions accepted origins of the Gulf Stream, ice belts, volcanic activity, and artesian pressures, considers surface influences and polarity shifts, and concludes with a summary and appendix. The tone mixes polemic and popular scientific reasoning to invite readers to reconsider conventional theories.

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F. T. Ives

F. T. Ives is an author best known for his work in speculative fiction, particularly his novel "The Hollow Earth." This intriguing narrative explores themes of adventure and discovery within a fantastical setting, reflecting the era's fascination with the unknown and the possibilities of uncharted territories. Ives's writing contributes to the literary heritage of early 20th-century science fiction, inviting readers to ponder the mysteries that lie beneath the Earth's surface.

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