Sci-fi

The moon hoax

by Richard Adams LockeBook 12 of 41 in Gregg Press Science Fiction Series
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Description

This historical fiction piece recounts the sensational 1835 "Great Moon Hoax" published in The Sun newspaper. The narrative details fabricated astronomical discoveries of lunar civilizations, exotic fauna, and advanced telescopes. It satirizes public credulity and the burgeoning sensationalism of 19th-century journalism.

What it’s like

ViolenceBloodless/Mild
CombatPacifist/Social
HorrorCozy/Spooky
SpiceWholesome/Clean
ProfanityNone

Details

First published
1835
Pages
63
Reading time
About 1 hour
Format
Novel
Audience
Adult
Publisher
W. Gowans
Language
English
Series
Gregg Press Science Fiction Series, Book 12