When the World Screamed by Arthur Conan Doyle

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When the World Screamed by Arthur Conan Doyle is a science fiction short story. It is the fourth book in the Professor Challenger series, and was first published in 1928. In this story, Challenger devises a controversial experiment based on his theory that the Earth is a living organism. Determined to prove his hypothesis, he plans to 'wound' the Earth to provoke a reaction. With the help of a drilling team, he penetrates the planet’s outer crust and makes contact with what he believes is its sentient layer. The experiment culminates in the Earth's dramatic response, as it 'screams' in pain, shaking violently and terrifying everyone involved. The story ends with Challenger triumphant in his discovery, though the consequences of his actions remain ambiguous. The tale is a blend of speculative science and adventure, exploring themes of human hubris, the limits of scientific exploration, and the idea of Earth as a sentient being.

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