# Aleriel or A Voyage to Other Worlds - Wladislaw Lach-Szyrma

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Podcast: [The Ambassadors](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-ambassadors-7032241)
Published: 2026-07-31T15:49:24+00:00
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When an Oxford undergraduate encounters the enigmatic Aleriel, a disguised alien from Venus, he embarks on an extraordinary journey that takes him through war-torn Paris, bustling London, and serene Oxford, ultimately leading to a quest for truth about humanity and the cosmos. Aleriel's exploration of Earth and his subsequent adventures through the solar system highlight timeless themes of curiosity, friendship, and the search for understanding beyond our world. This visionary tale, penned by Wladislaw Lach-Szyrma in 1883, resonates today as it invites listeners to ponder the nature of existence and the possibilities of life beyond Earth.

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