Valley of Dreams by Stanley G. Weinbaum
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| Author | Weinbaum, Stanley G. (Stanley Grauman), 1902-1935 |
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| Title | Valley of Dreams |
| Series Title | Produced from "A Martian Odyssey and Others" published in 1949. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Valley of Dreams" by Stanley G. Weinbaum is a science fiction novella written in the early 20th century. The narrative revolves around the character Captain Harrison and his crew during the first successful Martian expedition, exploring themes of alien life and the mysterious landscape of Mars. The book delves into the complexities of interaction between humans and Martians, as well as the existential dilemmas posed by the exploration of an alien world. The story follows Captain Harrison and his team as they embark on a mission to explore Mars, encountering various bizarre life forms, including a curious Martian named Tweel. Throughout their adventure, they discover a grand, abandoned Martian city filled with mysterious architecture and artifacts, raising questions about the Martians' past and their once-thriving civilization. However, they also face the threat of 'dream-beasts'—creatures that manifest captivating but dangerous illusions based on personal desires. As they navigate these challenges, the crew grapples with philosophical discussions about life, society, and the very nature of existence, ultimately leading to a dramatic resolution that highlights their deepening connection with the alien race and the implications of sharing powerful technology. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Mars (Planet) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22301 |
| Release Date | Aug 11, 2007 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 2, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 112 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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