Book Review: 'Invisibility,' by Gregory J. Gbur - The New York Times
In “Invisibility,” the professor of physics and optical science Gregory J. Gbur examines the past and future of everyone’s favorite plot device.
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In “Invisibility,” the professor of physics and optical science Gregory J. Gbur examines the past and future of everyone’s favorite plot device.
A man wants to build the perfect microscope, but he needs a large diamond. He finds someone who seems to have just what he needs. His friendship with the owner does not stop him from stealing it. Then he is amazed by the tiny world he sees in a drop of water. But why is he still unhappy?
This story by a little-known American writer tells of a young man with a strong desire. He wants to learn how to use a microscope to see a tiny world. He tries to talk with a ghost to learn a secret from the inventor of the microscope. What will happen when he tries to build his own microscope?
The poet wandered for himself and for his various day jobs with New York City newspapers. Some of his haunts are still standing; most have been swept away with time.