The Second Deluge

Name: The Second Deluge
Author: Garrett Putman Serviss

By Garrett Putman Serviss

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A scientist detects a vast nebula whose passage will condense enormous amounts of water and inundate the globe, and organizes a plan to preserve a remnant by constructing a great ark. The narrative follows the warning, the selection and rescue of survivors, the political and moral conflicts aboard the ark, the destruction of cities under the flood, voyages across submerged continents, strange astronomical and physical phenomena, and the eventual struggle to found a new human community in a dramatically altered world.

About the Author

Garrett Putman Serviss

Garrett Putman Serviss was an American author and astronomer known for his contributions to popular science literature in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. He wrote extensively on astronomy, making complex concepts accessible to the general public. His notable works include "A Columbus of Space," which explores the possibilities of space travel, and "Edison's Conquest of Mars," a science fiction novel that reflects the era's fascination with technology and exploration. Serviss's writings not only entertained but also educated readers about the wonders of the universe, solidifying his place in the literary heritage of science.