Peril of the Blue World by Robert Abernathy

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Author Abernathy, Robert, 1924-1990
Illustrator Graef, Robert A., 1879-1951
Title Peril of the Blue World
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Summary "Peril of the Blue World" by Robert Abernathy is a science fiction novella written in the early 1940s. The narrative centers around a Martian expedition sent to Earth, initially intending to assess the planet for colonization. However, the explorers soon discover that Earth harbors unexpected dangers, including bizarre creatures and societal complexities that challenge their preconceived notions about intelligence and civilization. The story unfolds through the perspective of Shapplo, an interpreter for the Martian crew, as they land on a lush and vibrant Earth landscape, only to encounter a mix of animal life and a medieval human named Sir Henry de Long. As the Martians engage with Sir Henry, they learn about Earth's peculiar customs, dangers like dragons, and the existence of werewolves and vampires, which lead them to question the safety of their mission. Ultimately, following a harrowing assessment of the threats posed by Earth's inhabitants and creatures, the expedition concludes that the planet is fundamentally unfit for Martian settlement, prompting a swift return to their home world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Short stories
Subject England -- Fiction
Subject Martians -- Fiction
Subject Human-alien encounters -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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