| Author |
Coppel, Alfred, 1921-2004 |
| Illustrator |
McWilliams, Al, 1916-1993 |
| Title |
The Last Two Alive!
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Credits |
Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"The Last Two Alive!" by Alfred Coppel is a science fiction novel written during the early 1950s. The story unfolds in a galaxy ruled by the tyrannical Tetrarchy of the Thirty Suns, exploring themes of rebellion, tyranny, and the impact of war on civilization. The narrative centers on Aram Jerrold, a rebel officer, and his journey through political intrigue and existential struggle as he and a companion attempt to save something vital from the impending destruction of their civilization. The plot begins with Aram Jerrold facing a death sentence for treason after an ill-fated rebellion against the government. Throughout the story, he grapples with betrayal, particularly from Deve Jennet, a woman he once loved and who has ties to the oppressive regime. As they navigate the treacherous political landscape, they uncover a horrific plan by Provincial Governor Santane to unleash biological weaponry that could devastate their galaxy. Coppel weaves a tale of survival and the fight against tyranny, culminating in a desperate confrontation with Santane as a full-blown galactic war looms. Ultimately, the narrative explores humanity's resilience and the cost of power, leaving readers pondering the fate of civilization amidst chaos. (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 |
Man-woman relationships -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Biological warfare -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
64759 |
| Release Date |
Mar 8, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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