The World Of The Crystal Cities - George Griffith - Bog

""The World of the Crystal Cities"" is a science fiction novel written by George Griffith. The story is set in a distant future where humanity has spread across the galaxy and established colonies on various planets. The main character, a young man named Julian West, is a scientist who has been tasked with exploring a newly discovered planet that is rumored to be home to a highly advanced civilization.Upon arriving on the planet, Julian discovers that the inhabitants of the world live in vast, crystal cities that are powered by a mysterious energy source. As he delves deeper into the culture and technology of the crystal cities, Julian uncovers a dark secret that threatens to destroy the entire planet.With the help of a local woman named Zaidie, Julian sets out to uncover the truth behind the crystal cities and save the planet from destruction. Along the way, they encounter a host of strange creatures, treacherous enemies, and unexpected allies.""The World of the Crystal Cities"" is a thrilling adventure that combines elements of science fiction, action, and romance. It explores themes of technology, power, and the consequences of playing god. The book is a classic of the genre and has been praised for its imaginative world-building, fast-paced plot, and engaging characters.Their host was now dressed in a tunic of a light blue material, which glistened with a lustre greater than that of the finest silk. It reached a little below his knees, and was confined at the waist by a sash of the same colour hut of somewhat deeper hue. His feet and legs were covered with stockings of the same material and colour, and his feet, which were small for his stature and exquisitely shaped, were shod with thin sandals of a material which looked like soft felt, and which made no noise as he walked over the delicately coloured mosaic pavement of the street - for such it actually was - which ran past the gate.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.