| Author |
Elam, Richard M. (Richard Mace), 1920-2013 |
| Illustrator |
Vaughn, Frank E. |
| Title |
Teen-age Super Science Stories
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Contents |
The first man into space -- Mystery eyes over Earth -- Race around the sun -- Flight of the Centaurus -- Expedition Pluto -- Mercy flight to Luna -- The peril from outer space -- The ghost ship of space -- Space steward.
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| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson and the Online Distributed
Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"Teen-age Super Science Stories" by Richard M. Elam, Jr. is a collection of science fiction stories aimed at a young adult audience, likely written in the mid-20th century. This anthology explores themes of space exploration and futuristic adventures, featuring young characters as they face incredible challenges and embark on thrilling journeys beyond Earth. The collection promises a blend of imaginative storytelling that will appeal to fans of science fiction and adventure. The opening of the anthology sets the stage by focusing on Cadet Marshall Farnsworth, who is preparing for a historic journey as the first human to travel into outer space. As he grapples with his fears and the concerns of his parents, the narrative captures the tension and excitement leading up to this monumental event. The story provides a glimpse into the rigorous training and high-stakes environment of space travel, highlighting both the young cadet’s determination and typical adolescent anxieties. From preparations to the eventual blast-off, the beginning paints a vivid picture of the journey ahead and the significance of the mission, drawing readers into the adventurous world of science and exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
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| 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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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
55801 |
| Release Date |
Oct 24, 2017 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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