Beyond the stars

"Beyond the Stars" by Ray Cummings is a science fiction tale where Commander Len and his friends venture beyond the known universe. Driven by the groundbreaking research of Dr. Weatherby, Len, along with Alice Weatherby and Jim Dunkirk, embarks on a journey aboard a special vehicle to explore the cosmos. The narrative begins with Len racing against time on Liner 40 N, soon to be drawn into Dr. Weatherby's ambitious plan. The story blends the thrill of adventure with scientific discovery, setting the stage for an exploration of the universe’s deepest secrets and the very nature of existence itself.