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Alastor: Or The New Ptolemy is a novel written by James Orton and published in 1852. The story is set in a distant future where humanity has reached a state of advanced technology and has colonized other planets. The main character, Alastor, is a young man who is dissatisfied... Read Full Overview

Alastor: Or The New Ptolemy is a novel written by James Orton and published in 1852. The story follows the protagonist, Alastor, who is a young man with a passion for science and a desire to explore the world. He sets out on a journey to discover new lands and make groundbreaking... Read Full Overview

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