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The Poisson Belt follows the daring Prof. George E. Challenger, accompanied by Lord John Roxton and Prof. Summerlee, as they embark on a new exploration. Their journey intertwines classic mystery elements with thrilling science‑fiction adventure, echoing themes from their previous encounters. The narrative blends investigative intrigue with speculative science in a classic literary style.
First publish date: April 1976
Genre: Literary Fiction/Classic Literature
Authors: Arthur Conan Doyle
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