The Mighty Atom

<p><I>The Mighty Atom</I> (1896) is a novel by Marie Corelli. Published at the height of Corelli's career as one of the most successful writers of her generation the novel combines realism social commentary and family drama to tell a story of morality and the corruption of the youth. Due for reassessment by a modern audience Marie Corelli's work-which has inspired several adaptations for film and theater-is a must read for fans of early science fiction. 'D-d-did I hear you rightly sir? Ch-child-murder!' 'I repeat it Mr. Valliscourt [...] Child-murder! Take the phrase and think it over! You have only one child-a boy of a most lovable and intelligent disposition [...] and you are killing him with your hard and fast rules and your pernicious system of intellectual training.' Intended as a rallying cry to Christian readers The Mighty Atom states quite clearly Correlli's beliefs on progressivism and public education. Raised in a household of atheists Lionel is left only with science to inform his thoughts and experiences. Early in the novel his tutor a religious Scotsman is dismissed by the boy's father Mr. Valliscourt. On his way out the door however he makes sure to state his mind to his employer. Despite his warning about the boy's perilous upbringing Lionel will grow into a nervous lonely young man. Addressing philosophical scientific and religious themes <I>The Mighty Atom</I> is a moving work of fiction which asks important questions about an emerging modern world. This edition of Marie Corelli's <I>The Mighty Atom</I> is a classic work of English science fiction reimagined for modern readers.</p> <p>Since our inception in 2020 <b>Mint Editions</b> has kept sustainability and innovation at the forefront of our mission. Each and every Mint Edition title gets a fresh professionally typeset manuscript and a dazzling new cover all while maintaining the integrity of the original book.</p> <p>With thousands of titles in our collection we aim to spotlight diverse public domain works to help them find modern audiences. Mint Editions celebrates a breadth of literary works curated from both canonical and overlooked classics from writers around the globe.</p>