32 pages • 1 hour read
Arthur Conan DoyleThe Lost World
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1912A modern alternative to SparkNotes and CliffsNotes, SuperSummary offers high-quality Study Guides with detailed chapter summaries and analysis of major themes, characters, and more.
Before You Read
Super Short Summary
The Lost World by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is a 1912 science fiction novel narrated by journalist Edward Malone, who joins Professor George Challenger, Professor Summerlee, and Lord John Roxton on an expedition to a plateau in South America where dinosaurs and other ancient creatures still exist. The novel explores themes of adventure, exploration, evolution, scientific curiosity, and imperialism through first-person accounts, letters, and newspaper articles. The story contains racist and offensive language.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Arthur Conan Doyle's The Lost World captivates with its imaginative adventure and pioneering spirit. Praised for its thrilling plot and dynamic characters, the novel shines in its depiction of prehistoric life. However, some reviews point to dated perspectives and occasional pacing issues, though these don’t significantly detract from its overall appeal as a classic.
Who Should Read The Lost World?
Readers who enjoy The Lost World by Arthur Conan Doyle are often fans of classic adventure fiction and speculative science. Similar to those captivated by Jules Verne's Journey to the Center of the Earth or H.G. Wells' The Time Machine, they appreciate tales of exploration, prehistoric creatures, and the triumph of human curiosity.
RecommendedReading Age
13-18yearsBook Details
Classic Fiction
Science-Fiction / Dystopian Fiction
Action / Adventure
Natural World: Animals
Society: Colonialism
Identity: Race
Colonialism / Postcolonialism