The First One by Herbert D. Kastle

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Author Kastle, Herbert D., 1924-1987
Illustrator Van Dongen, H. R., 1920-2010
Title The First One
Series Title Produced from Analog July 1961.
Note Reading ease score: 82.5 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The First One" by Herbert D. Kastle is a science fiction novel written in the early 1960s. The book explores the themes of identity and societal change as it follows the return of a space traveler who has journeyed beyond what humanity has experienced, particularly focusing on his homecoming to a changed world after being the first to venture to Mars. The narrative deals with the psychological and emotional challenges the protagonist faces as he readjusts to life with his family and community. The storyline centers on Henry Devers, the titular "First One," who returns home after his historic journey to Mars. Upon his return, he encounters an estranged family dynamic and societal expectations that create a profound sense of alienation. His homecoming celebration is overshadowed by the coldness of the welcome; family and friends treat him with a mix of awe and fear, making it difficult for him to reconnect with them emotionally. As he struggles with this disconnection and his own feelings of isolation, Devers reflects on the scars, both physical and emotional, from his journey. The narrative captures his internal conflict and gradual realization that time and understanding will be necessary for him and his loved ones to bridge the gap that his extraordinary experiences have created. (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 Psychological fiction
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EBook-No. 24192
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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