Sand Doom by Murray Leinster

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Author Leinster, Murray, 1896-1975
Title Sand Doom
Series Title Produced from Astounding Science Fiction December 1955.
Note Reading ease score: 76.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Sand Doom" by Murray Leinster is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The narrative revolves around a senior Colonial Survey officer, Bordman, who embarks on a perilous journey to Xosa II, a planet characterized by its arid deserts and harsh conditions. Amid unexpected emergencies, a sandstorm buries the colony's essential landing grid, leaving both the colonists and the spaceship crew isolated and facing dire consequences. The story unfolds as Bordman and Aletha Redfeather arrive on Xosa II only to find the colony in a perilous situation due to the lost landing grid. As they struggle with the fallout of their predicament, Bordman grapples with themes of survival, human resilience, and the emotional turmoil of being rendered ineffective in a harsh environment. He ultimately gains respect for the hardy colonists and their efforts to adapt, finding new methods to extract water and create power from the desolate landscape. The dynamics between the characters evolve, showcasing collaboration across cultural lines while navigating the challenges of existence on an unforgiving planet. The narrative culminates in the hopeful re-establishment of communication and supply links, illuminating the theme of human ingenuity in the face of despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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