A gigantic cannon might not seem like the most advanced technology these days, but in From the Earth to the Moon, it's a revelation. Written in the decades following the Industrial Revolution, the novel examines the way that new forms of technology have transformed man's relationship to the world. In fact, the latest project from the Gun Club—a one-way trip to the moon—looks to be the greatest technological achievement of all time. Think your iPhone is fancy? Just wait until you get a load of this.
Questions About Technology and Modernization
- How does the Industrial Revolution set the stage for the moon mission?
- Is the Gun Club's weapons-manufacturing business ethical? Defend your answer, and use the text.
- What technological advances might spring from the moon mission?
- In your opinion, what new technology will the Gun Club work on next?
Chew on This
Try on an opinion or two, start a debate, or play the devil’s advocate.
The Gun Club's giant cannon has the potential to change the world—it is the single most innovative invention ever created.
From the Earth to the Moon predicts many of the real-life technological marvels of the future with shocking accuracy.