"Lords of the Stratosphere" is an intriguing science fiction short narrative written by Arthur J. Burks, a prolific author noted for his contributions to the genre from the early to mid-twentieth century. The narrative is set in a future where humanity achieved the amazing achievement of conquering the stratosphere. The "Lords of the Stratosphere" title alludes to the pioneers who perfected the art of flying above the Earth's surface. These courageous aviators soar through the skies aboard contemporary aircraft, testing the limits of human capacity and technology. As the story advances, readers are taken on a thrilling journey into the stratosphere with these daring aviators. Burks provides a vivid sense of adventure and amazement by brilliantly describing the pleasure and risk of stratospheric flight. "Lords of the Stratosphere" not only displays Burks' storytelling abilities, but it also depicts the era's infatuation with aviation and the infinite possibilities of human inventiveness. It honors the courageous spirit of exploration as well as the tenacious human ambition to discover new lands.