The leaf by Robert F. Young

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Author Young, Robert F., 1915-1986
Illustrator Kluga, Richard
Title The leaf
Original Publication New York, NY: Royal Publications, Inc., 1957.
Note Reading ease score: 81.8 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary "The Leaf" by Robert F. Young is a science fiction short story written in the mid-20th century. The narrative explores themes of survival and fear in a post-apocalyptic setting, likely influenced by the anxieties of the Cold War era. The story contrasts the tranquility of nature with the impending threat of alien hunters as the protagonist grapples with memories of simpler, carefree days spent hunting in the woods. In the story, a young boy reminisces about a past autumn day spent hunting squirrels, reliving the pleasure of the hunt and the beauty of the natural world. However, this peaceful memory is disrupted by a catastrophic event that obliterates the cities of the world, leaving him in a state of panic. As he flees into the woods to escape terrifying alien hunters that threaten humanity, he strives to find safety within the trees. The juxtaposition of his joyful memories and the grim reality he faces underscores the story's exploration of human vulnerability in the face of external threats. Ultimately, the boy's instinct for survival shines through as he seeks refuge in the familiar embrace of nature. (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 Hunting -- Fiction
Subject Human-alien encounters -- Fiction
Subject Earth (Planet) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 71867
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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