Armageddon- 2419 A.D. (Version 2)

Armageddon—2419 A.D. introduces readers to a future world where civilization has collapsed and humanity faces new challenges. This groundbreaking novella marks the debut of Buck Rogers, a character who would go on to become a cultural icon in science fiction.

Set in a post-apocalyptic America, the story follows the adventures of Anthony Rogers, who awakens from a long sleep to find a radically transformed society dominated by powerful forces. As he navigates this strange new world, he encounters both allies and adversaries, all while grappling with the remnants of the past and the possibilities of the future.

Nowlan's work not only sets the stage for thrilling escapades but also explores themes of survival, innovation, and the resilience of the human spirit. With its vivid imagination and pioneering spirit, Armageddon—2419 A.D. remains a significant piece of science fiction history, influencing countless stories and adaptations that followed.

Chapters

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Foreward	8:47	Read by Alan Winterrowd
Ch 1 - Floating Men	8:59	Read by Alan Winterrowd
Ch 2 - The Forest Gangs	13:20	Read by Alan Winterrowd
Ch 3 - Life in the 25th Century	17:17	Read by Alan Winterrowd
Ch 4 - A Han Air Raid	15:48	Read by Alan Winterrowd
Ch 5 - Setting the Trap	11:48	Read by Alan Winterrowd
Ch 6 - The "Wyoming Massacre"	15:53	Read by Alan Winterrowd
Ch 7 - Incredible Treason	12:04	Read by Alan Winterrowd
Ch 8 - The Han City	11:16	Read by Alan Winterrowd
Ch 9 - The Fight in the Tower	9:37	Read by Alan Winterrowd
Ch 10 - The Walls of Hell	6:53	Read by Alan Winterrowd
Ch 11 - The New Boss	15:38	Read by Alan Winterrowd
Ch 12 - The Finger of Doom	15:13	Read by Alan Winterrowd

Reviews

A story of its time about the future

(3 stars)

Excitable Boy

The story would have been somewhat prophetic or even forward thinking, if Western popular culture of the 20s hadn’t such a powerful, racialized trope of “The Yellow Peril.” The fear that Asia, especially China or Japan, would one day rise up and overwhelm the West. Not a contemporary Imilitary reality but based on the huge populations, cultural unfamiliarity, immigration anxieties and • Pseudo scientific racial theories. I was disappointed in the too often use of the term ‘yellow’ and not so subtle hint at racial purity. I can’t say I would recommend.

Enjoyable

(4.5 stars)

Oldbookslover

I really enjoyed this Buck Rodgers adventure and found it much different than the TV version of Buck Rodgers. A very fun quickly read story of Buck first waking up in a whole new world and how he adapts to it and to the people plus their struggles! Very well read and a good listen.

Fun, Entertaining Book

(4 stars)

Bobby P.

Good Reading, pretty interesting story. I've listened to couple of early 20th century sci-fi stories now and I really enjoy hearing what they thought the future would bring... plus hearing the beginning of Buck Rogers is really cool.

classic science fiction at its best

(5 stars)

J11

I always like the Buck Rogers story, but to hear the original that started it all was fantastic, great classic science fiction.