The Vortex Blaster by E. E. Smith

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Author Smith, E. E. (Edward Elmer), 1890-1965
Illustrator Forte, John R. (John Robert), 1918-1966
Title The Vortex Blaster
Series Title Vortex Blaster
Produced from Comet, July 1941.
Note Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Vortex Blaster" by E. E. Smith is a science fiction novel likely written in the early 1940s. The story revolves around themes of tragedy, loss, and scientific exploration, with a specific focus on the dangers posed by loose atomic vortices and the struggle to control them. Set against the backdrop of a richly imagined galaxy, the narrative explores the impact of these catastrophic forces and the quest for solutions to avert disaster. The plot centers on Neal Cloud, an atomic physicist who loses his family in a devastating explosion caused by a rogue atomic vortex. Overwhelmed by grief, he initially contemplates leaving his life’s work but resolves to confront the looming threat of vortices, particularly the oldest and most dangerous one. As he meticulously prepares to launch an unprecedented mission to extinguish the vortex, Cloud’s journey is marked by intense action and deep emotional struggles, leading him to become the galaxy’s foremost expert in vortex control. His success not only brings him a sense of purpose and redemption but also ignites a high demand for his unique abilities across the universe, solidifying his legacy as the "Vortex Blaster." (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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