Author |
Cummings, Ray, 1887-1957 |
Illustrator |
Paul, Frank R. (Frank Rudolph), 1884-1963 |
Title |
The Star-Master
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Credits |
Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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Summary |
"The Star-Master" by Ray Cummings is a science fiction novel set in the early 21st century. The narrative revolves around Arthur Frane, a young man who becomes embroiled in an interplanetary conflict involving Earthmen and the peaceful inhabitants of Venus. The story unfolds against a backdrop of adventure, exploration, and themes of imperialism, as Frane's encounters lead him to uncover plots of conquest by a villainous character, Karl Curtmann. The plot follows Arthur Frane's unexpected journey as he and his friend Jim Gregg initially venture into the Adirondack forest for a hunting trip. Their encounter with a mysterious girl named Venta leads them to be kidnapped by Earthmen aiming to dominate Venus. As they navigate a series of dangers, they learn of Curtmann's oppressive rule over the Venusian people and his plans to exert further control. With the help of Venta and a brave band of tiny allies known as the Midges, the protagonists devise a plan to thwart Curtmann's ambitions, ultimately culminating in a fierce battle. The story not only explores themes of friendship and bravery but also critiques colonialism and the moral implications of power. (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 |
War stories
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Subject |
Adventure stories
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Subject |
Venus (Planet) -- Fiction
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Category |
Text |
EBook-No. |
62170 |
Release Date |
May 18, 2020 |
Most Recently Updated |
May 20, 2020 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
Downloads |
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