In the Year 2889

The short story "In the Year 2889" describes the highly industrialized America of the 29th century and goes on to describe numerous revolutionary technologies at the time the book was written. In this futuristic world, the life of Francis Benett, the owner of a media empire, is sketched. Because of his power, he is asked for support by the American president himself. An overall visionary story, some of whose predictions have already come true today.