Publisher's Synopsis
Vril: The Power of the Coming Race is a science fiction novel written by Sir Edward Bulwer-Lytton. The story is set in a future world where a subterranean race of beings called the Vril-ya have harnessed the power of Vril, a mysterious energy source that gives them incredible abilities. The narrator, a wealthy American named Adam, stumbles upon this hidden civilization while exploring a remote part of the world. He is initially greeted with suspicion by the Vril-ya, but eventually gains their trust and learns about their society and the power of Vril. The novel explores themes of utopianism, eugenics, and the dangers of unchecked power. It has been noted for its influence on later works of science fiction, particularly in its depiction of a technologically advanced, utopian society.Vril is mankind's occult power of the future, and the kind of life and society created by its use. This book vividly describes Vril in vivid, prophetic, detail. Written over 120 years ago, in 1871, by the author of the Rosicrucian novel, Zanoni.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
