The Vortex Blaster by E. E. Smith
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| Author | Smith, E. E. (Edward Elmer), 1890-1965 |
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| Illustrator | Forte, John R. (John Robert), 1918-1966 |
| Title | The Vortex Blaster |
| Series Title |
Vortex Blaster
Produced from Comet, July 1941. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Vortex Blaster" by E. E. Smith is a science fiction novel likely written in the early 1940s. The story revolves around themes of tragedy, loss, and scientific exploration, with a specific focus on the dangers posed by loose atomic vortices and the struggle to control them. Set against the backdrop of a richly imagined galaxy, the narrative explores the impact of these catastrophic forces and the quest for solutions to avert disaster. The plot centers on Neal Cloud, an atomic physicist who loses his family in a devastating explosion caused by a rogue atomic vortex. Overwhelmed by grief, he initially contemplates leaving his life’s work but resolves to confront the looming threat of vortices, particularly the oldest and most dangerous one. As he meticulously prepares to launch an unprecedented mission to extinguish the vortex, Cloud’s journey is marked by intense action and deep emotional struggles, leading him to become the galaxy’s foremost expert in vortex control. His success not only brings him a sense of purpose and redemption but also ignites a high demand for his unique abilities across the universe, solidifying his legacy as the "Vortex Blaster." (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22629 |
| Release Date | Sep 16, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 137 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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