Out of the Silent Planet (The Space Trilogy)

C. S. Lewis, Seraphina Shaw


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Out of the Silent Planet (The Space Trilogy) by C. S. Lewis, Seraphina Shaw
Acclaimed editor Emberlyn Shaw presents an abridged edition of Out of the Silent Planet, the first book in C.S. Lewis’s Space Trilogy, thoughtfully adapting the novel for modern readers while retaining its philosophical depth and imaginative storytelling. Shaw’s edition makes this classic science fiction work more accessible, while preserving the novel's profound exploration of human nature and interplanetary discovery.

First published in 1938, Out of the Silent Planet follows Dr. Ransom, an Englishman who is abducted and taken to the planet Malacandra (Mars), where he encounters alien civilizations. As Ransom unravels the mysteries of Malacandra, the novel explores themes of colonization, the nature of good and evil, and the potential for redemption. Through this speculative adventure, Lewis raises important questions about humanity's place in the universe.

Praised for its thought-provoking themes, rich world-building, and moral inquiry, Out of the Silent Planet has become a cornerstone of science fiction literature. Its exploration of Christian allegory and philosophical questions, paired with its imaginative storytelling, has earned lasting acclaim and solidified its place as one of C.S. Lewis’s most influential works.
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