In a meeting of scientists, James Arthur Fradin presents the idea that radio waves are transmitted through the fourth dimension. The scientists ridicule him and demand proof. Fradin eventually agrees to demonstrate but is kidnapped by a spy named Marvak who sees the potential military applications. Fradin does show Marvak his invention, causing a...More
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Robert Moore Williams was an esteemed American writer known for his captivating science fiction tales. Born on June 19, 1907, in Farmington, Missouri, Williams discovered his passion for storytelling early on. After graduating from the Missouri School of Journalism in 1931, he embarked on a remarkable career that would span decades. Williams made his debut in the science fiction realm with the publication of "Zero as a Limit" in Astounding Science Fiction in 1937. Under the pseudonym "Robert Moore," he introduced readers to his unique narrative style and imaginative worlds. From that point forward, his literary output was ceaseless, captivating readers with his vivid imagination and thought-provoking ideas. His final novel was published in...More
Robert Moore Williams was an esteemed American writer known for his captivating science fiction tales. Born on June 19, 1907, in Farmington, Missouri, Williams discovered his passion for storytelling early on. After graduating from the Missouri School of Journalism in 1931, he embarked on a remarkable career that would span decades. Williams made his debut in the science fiction realm with the publication of "Zero as a Limit" in Astounding Science Fiction in 1937. Under the pseudonym "Robert Moore," he introduced readers to his unique narrative style and imaginative worlds. From that point forward, his literary output was ceaseless, captivating readers with his vivid imagination and thought-provoking ideas. His final novel was published in 1972, marking the culmination of a prolific career. Among his notable works is the "Jongor" series, which first enthralled readers in the pages of Fantastic Adventures during the 1940s and 1950s. The series eventually found its way into book form in 1970, cementing Williams' reputation as a master storyteller. By the 1960s, he had already penned over 150 stories, leaving an indelible mark on the science fiction genre.
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In a meeting of scientists, James Arthur Fradin presents the idea that radio waves are transmitted through the fourth dimension. The scientists ridicule him and demand proof. Fradin eventually agrees to demonstrate but is kidnapped by a spy named Marvak who sees the potential military applications. Fradin does show Marvak his invention, causing a strange phenomenon that opens a hole into the fourth dimension. Marvak disappears, and the experiment is a disaster. Fradin explains that he refused to prove his theory to prevent such a catastrophe.