The Caves of Drach facts for kids
The Caves of Drach is an exciting science fiction novel written for young people. It is the seventeenth book in the popular Chris Godfrey of U.N.E.X.A. series by Hugh Walters. The book was first published in the UK by Faber in 1977.
The Adventure Begins
The story starts when a very rich man's grandson goes missing. He disappears inside the famous Caves of Drach on the island of Majorca. These caves are known for their stunning beauty and underground lakes.
Because the boy is lost, his worried grandfather asks a special team of astronauts for help. This team, which includes Chris Godfrey, is actually on holiday! But they agree to investigate the mystery of the missing boy.
Discovering a Hidden World
As the astronauts explore the deep caves, they find something amazing. They discover a huge, secret underground civilization! This hidden world is filled with ancient beings called 'Cenobians'. These human-like creatures are almost immortal, meaning they live for a very, very long time.
The Cenobians originally came from other stars. They moved underground long ago to escape a dangerous Ice Age on Earth. They built their amazing city deep below the surface.
A Perfect Society?
The Cenobians have created a nearly perfect society, often called a utopian civilization. They live peacefully and have managed to avoid contact with the surface world for centuries. They want to keep their perfect way of life safe and undisturbed.
However, the Cenobians also possess incredibly advanced technology. This technology is so powerful it could solve many of the problems facing the surface world. Imagine a world without hunger or sickness! The book explores whether the Cenobians will share their knowledge to help humanity.
