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“The Lost World” is a science fiction novel written by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, the British author best known for creating the character Sherlock Holmes. “The Lost World” was first serialized in “The Strand Magazine” in 1912 and later published as a book in the same year.
The novel follows the adventures of Professor Challenger, a character created by Doyle, and his expedition team. The story begins with a claim by Challenger that he has discovered a remote plateau in the Amazon rainforest where prehistoric creatures still exist. Skeptics challenge him, leading to an expedition to prove the existence of this “lost world.”
The team, consisting of Challenger, journalist Edward Malone, Professor Summerlee, and adventurer Lord John Roxton, embarks on a journey to the plateau. What they encounter is a land where dinosaurs and other ancient creatures still thrive. The novel explores themes of exploration, adventure, and the clash between the scientific establishment and unconventional ideas.
“The Lost World” is a classic work of early science fiction and adventure literature. It has inspired numerous adaptations, including films, television series, and other literary works. The novel’s enduring popularity lies in its imaginative depiction of a world where prehistoric life has survived into the modern era, capturing the fascination and curiosity of readers.
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