Victory by Lester Del Rey

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Author Del Rey, Lester, 1915-1993
Title Victory
Series Title Produced from Astounding Science Fiction, August, 1955.
Note Reading ease score: 83.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Victory" by Lester Del Rey is a science fiction novel framed within the context of future interstellar warfare, likely penned in the mid-20th century, around the 1950s. The story explores themes of bravery, loyalty, and the political complexities of intergalactic relations, highlighting a post-apocalyptic vision of Earth and the consequences of cowardice in times of war. The protagonist, Captain Duke O'Neill, grapples with the realities of a world that abandoned him and his fellow soldiers during a desperate fight against alien enemies. The narrative revolves around Captain Duke O'Neill's return to Meloa after years of warfare against the Throm alien race. As he navigates a devastated and changing world, he is confronted with the stark realities of survival and betrayal, both from Earth and within the ranks of humanity. The story takes a deeper look at the psychological and moral struggles faced by soldiers returning to a planet that has become complacent in its neutrality. As political tensions rise and new threats emerge, O'Neill is faced with choices that challenge his understanding of duty and identity. Ultimately, he must confront not only the past but also how he fits into a future embroiled in deeper conflicts that blur the lines between friend and foe. The book intricately weaves O'Neill's personal journey with the larger implications of interstellar diplomacy and war, culminating in a thought-provoking conclusion about the nature of victory itself. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject War stories
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