First Lensman

First Lensman

by E. E. Smith

In a galaxy brimming with untold mysteries and unfathomable wonders, the Galactic Patrol stands as the bastion of order and protector of peace. Among its ranks, Virgil Samms, a skilled and intrepid Lensman, embarks on a perilous journey to the enigmatic planet of Arisia, a world shrouded in an impenetrable barrier and rumored to hold secrets of immeasurable power. Guided by a cryptic message, Samms ventures into the unknown, armed with the enigmatic Lens, a device that bestows upon him extraordinary abilities. However, as he delves deeper into the heart of Arisia's secrets, Samms uncovers a sinister plot that threatens to plunge the galaxy into chaos. With the fate of civilizations hanging in the balance, Samms must confront formidable foes, unravel cosmic enigmas, and embrace the true nature of his destiny as the first Lensman.

Book Details

Authors

E. E. Smith image

E. E. Smith

United States

Edward Elmer Smith, widely known as E. E. Smith, was a prominent American food engineer and science-fiction author who left an indelible mark on the genre. Born on May 2, 1890, Smith's multifaceted ca...

Books by E. E. Smith

Listen/Download Audiobook

Read by:
00:00
Playback Speed 1.0
00:00
  • Select Speed

Related books

Narrative of the Expedition to Dongola and Sennaar Cover image

Narrative of the Expedition to Dongola and Sennaar by George Bethune English

Narrative of the Expedition to Dongola and Sennaar is a firsthand account of an American adventurer's experiences during an expedition up the Nile Riv...

Adventures of Johnny Chuck Cover image

Adventures of Johnny Chuck by Thornton W. Burgess

In "The Adventures of Johnny Chuck" by Thornton W. Burgess, a young woodchuck named Johnny sets out on a journey to explore the world and find his pla...

Gallegher and other Stories Cover image

Gallegher and other Stories by Richard Harding Davis

This collection of short stories by Richard Harding Davis features a diverse array of characters and settings, each captivating the reader with its in...

Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon Cover image

Eight Hundred Leagues on the Amazon by Jules Verne

First published in 1881, Eight Hundred Miles on the Amazon is an adventure novel by Jules Verne, having elements of codes and cryptography. Unlike man...

House of a Thousand Candles Cover image

House of a Thousand Candles by Meredith Nicholson

A top ten bestseller of 1906, The House of a Thousand Candles is part adventure/mystery and part romance. The book begins with young Jack Glenarm retu...

Copper Princess Cover image

Copper Princess by Kirk Munroe

Set in the picturesque Upper Peninsula of Michigan, this enthralling tale follows a courageous and upright hero as he battles corrupt smugglers and ba...

Schatzinsel Cover image

Schatzinsel by Robert Louis Stevenson

Schatzinsel, originally published in English as Treasure Island, is a classic adventure novel by Robert Louis Stevenson. The story follows the advent...

Gods of the North Cover image

Gods of the North by Robert E. Howard

Conan, the young Cimmerian mercenary, finds himself amidst the frozen landscapes of Nordheim, a realm north of his homeland. He has just survived a br...

Arrival of Jimpson Cover image

Arrival of Jimpson by Ralph Henry Barbour

This collection of short stories by Ralph Henry Barbour revolves around the lives and experiences of young boys, primarily in the context of school an...

Poison Island Cover image

Poison Island by Sir Arthur Thomas Quiller-Couch

Poison Island is a captivating tale of adventure and intrigue set on a mysterious Honduran island rumored to hold hidden treasure. Captain Coffin, a s...

Reviews for First Lensman

No reviews posted or approved, yet...