On the Leads: Or What the Planets Saw (1880)

""On The Leads: Or What The Planets Saw"" is a science fiction novel written by A. A. Strange Butson and published in 1880. The story takes place in the year 2040 and follows the adventures of a group of scientists who embark on a journey to explore the solar system. The scientists use a special spacecraft called the ""Leads"" which is powered by a new type of energy source. During their journey, the scientists encounter various challenges and obstacles such as asteroids, comets, and other dangers of space travel. They also discover new planets and encounter alien life forms. The novel explores themes of exploration, discovery, and the unknown. The book is written in a style that reflects the scientific knowledge and understanding of the time, with detailed descriptions of the planets, their atmospheres, and their inhabitants. The characters are well developed and the plot is engaging, making it a classic example of early science fiction. Overall, ""On The Leads: Or What The Planets Saw"" is a fascinating and entertaining novel that provides a unique perspective on space exploration and the possibilities of the future.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.