With the Night Mail: A Story of 2000 A.D. by Rudyard Kipling

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Author Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936
Illustrator Leyendecker, Frank X., 1877-1924
Illustrator Reuterdahl, Henry, 1871-1925
LoC No. 09008570
Title With the Night Mail: A Story of 2000 A.D.
(Together with extracts from the comtemporary magazine in which it appeared)
Note Reading ease score: 73.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "With the Night Mail: A Story of 2000 A.D." by Rudyard Kipling is a speculative fiction narrative that falls into the genre of science fiction, likely penned in the early 20th century. Set in a future where aerial mail service is commonplace, the story provides a gaze into the mechanical and societal advances anticipated for the year 2000. The narrative captures the theme of transportation and communication, focusing on the complexities and responsibilities entailed in delivering mail across the skies with futuristic technologies. The story unfolds through the perspective of a passenger on a postal packet, "No. 162," as it embarks on a journey from London to Quebec. The central characters include Captain Purnall and Captain Hodgson, who navigate the challenges of flight while encountering turbulence, other aerial vessels, and unexpected emergencies such as a distress call from a derelict ship. The text vividly describes the intricate workings of the aerial vehicle and the interactions between the crew, as they work to ensure a safe passage. The themes of humanity's reliance on technological advancement and the nuances of aerial navigation not only drive the narrative but also offer a critique of modern society's obsession with progress and communication. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Aeronautics -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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