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Synopsis
The Maracot Deep (sub-titled: The Lost World Under the Sea) is a short novel written by Arthur Conan Doyle first published in The Strand Magazine from october 1927 to february 1928, then continued as The Lord of the Dark Face in april and may 1929. In april 1927, Conan Doyle wrote in a letter that the story would be called "The Fabricius Deep" but was renamed before publishing.
Is The Maracot Deep appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 10 and up.
A classic underwater adventure combining science fiction and fantasy elements, featuring exploration and discovery with 1920s-era sensibilities. Mild peril typical of early 20th century adventure tales, suitable for middle grade readers.
What to know going in
This book has mild violence, no sexual content, and clean language.
Who'll love this
Readers who loved Jules Verne's Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea will enjoy this exciting underwater expedition discovering a lost civilization beneath the waves.