| Author |
Fontenay, Charles L., 1917-2007 |
| Illustrator |
Emshwiller, Ed, 1925-1990 |
| Title |
Atom Drive
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Greg Weeks and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Atom Drive" by Charles L. Fontenay is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The story explores the competitive world of space travel between two rival companies, focusing on their differing propulsion technologies and the challenges they face on a vital Earth-Mars cargo route. In the book, Captain Jonner Jons of the "Radiant Hope" leads a team using a new atomic drive system against the Mars Corporation's established chemical rocket, the "Marsward XVIII". The narrative unfolds as Jonner’s ship aims to break the Mars Corporation's monopoly on transporting goods between Earth and Mars, utilizing a constant low-acceleration strategy, which allows for more cost-effective cargo transport. However, tricks and sabotage from the rival company create significant obstacles, including a betrayal by their ship's doctor, Serj. As Jonner and his crew navigate these challenges, they must rely on their ingenuity and the advantages of atomic propulsion technology to outpace their rivals and secure a better future for Mars' transport costs. The story culminates in a high-stakes race that emphasizes the ingenuity and resilience required in the rapidly advancing field of space travel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Science fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
Space ships -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
32067 |
| Release Date |
Apr 20, 2010 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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