Author

Publication

1978 - Gollancz., London

Language

English

Word Count

43,750 words, Guess

Page Count

175 pages

Identifiers

  • ISBN-100575002786
  • ISBN-139780575002784
  • Goodreads1003275
  • Open LibraryOL18809806M

Classifications

  • DDC823.914

Description

Fluctuations in solar radiation have melted the ice caps, sending the planet into a new Triassic Age of unendurable heat. London is a swamp; lush tropical vegetation grows up the walls of the Ritz and primeval reptiles are sighted, swimming through the newly-formed lagoons. Some flee the capital; others remain to pursue reckless schemes, either in the name of science or profit. While the submerged streets of London are drained in search of treasure, Dr Robert Kerans - part of a group of intrepid scientists - comes to accept this submarine city and finds himself strangely resistant to the idea of saving it. (via 2014 Fourth Estate edition)

First Sentence

p007. Soon it would be too hot.

Subjects

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  • The drowned worldGollancz.1978-01-01
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