"The Master of the World" is a science fiction novel written by Jules Verne in 1904. Set in the late 19th century, it follows John Strock, a government agent assigned to investigate a series of mysterious events occurring in the United States.

 

These events involve a strange and powerful machine operated by an unknown individual that is causing chaos across the country.

 

The narrative is presented from a first-person perspective, making it feel like John Strock is recording his experience.