Step through a portal to a revolutionary utopia with Margaret Cavendish’s “The Blazing World” (Penguin Archive, 9780241746813). Published in 1666, this groundbreaking novel, considered the first science fiction work in English, invites readers to an alternate reality where societal norms of gender, science, and politics are overturned. Cavendish, a visionary herself, imagined a world free from constraint, offering a radical critique of her own time. This edition, part of the esteemed Penguin Archive celebrating 90 years of classic literature, is essential for fans of early feminist thought, speculative fiction, and thought-provoking historical narratives. Discover an ‘adventure of noble achievements’ that continues to inspire.