Edison's Conquest of Mars

Explore this on the mapTrace its ancestors and descendants live in the tree.

Provided an early depiction of interplanetary warfare and human counter-invasion of an alien world, shifting the narrative from passive victimhood to active cosmic conquest.

What it is

A direct, unauthorized sequel to 'The War of the Worlds,' this novel sees Thomas Edison leading humanity in a counter-invasion of Mars using advanced technology, exploring themes of interplanetary warfare and human resilience.

↑Inherited from(1)

From the Earth to the Moon· 1865↑ open

Verne's work popularized the idea of space travel to the Moon and Mars, inspiring later authors to imagine the mechanics of the journey and the nature of the destination.

↓Passed on to(2)

A Princess of Mars· 1912↓ open

Directly influenced the trope of a human protagonist traveling to Mars, interacting with its inhabitants, and engaging in conflicts on the alien world.

The Skylark of Space· 1928↓ open

Contributed to the development of early space opera featuring advanced technology, space battles, and human expansion into the cosmos.