Memoirs Of Planetes: Or A Sketch Of The Laws And Manners Of Makar (1795)

Memoirs of Planetes, also known as A Sketch of the Laws and Manners of Makar, is a book written by Thomas Northmore and published in 1795. The book is a fictional account of the travels of an unnamed narrator to the planet Makar, where he encounters a society with a highly developed legal system and unique social customs. The narrator describes in detail the laws and customs of Makar, including their system of justice, education, marriage, and government. He also explores the planet's geography and natural resources, and provides insights into the Makarian way of life. Throughout the book, the narrator reflects on the similarities and differences between Makar and Earth, and offers commentary on the state of society on his home planet. Memoirs of Planetes is considered to be an early example of science fiction and utopian literature, and is notable for its detailed world-building and exploration of social and political systems.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.