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Title: Planet of Dreams
Note: Reading ease score: 85.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary: "Planet of Dreams" by James McKimmey is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The narrative presents a utopian world, referred to as the Dream Planet, where work is obsolete and the atmosphere is designed for leisure and contentment. The story explores the psychological implications of such a reality, particularly focusing on the character of Daniel Loveral, the leader who has orchestrated this seemingly perfect society. The plot revolves around Loveral's struggle to maintain order on the Dream Planet as some inhabitants, including George Atkinson, begin to resist the imposed idleness that characterizes their new life. Atkinson embodies a growing discontent among the residents, longing for the fulfillment that comes from work and productivity. As tensions escalate, Atkinson creates a handmade revolver as a symbol of rebellion against the system. Ultimately, the story culminates in a violent confrontation that shatters the illusion of paradise, leaving Loveral and his utopian dreams in ruins. The narrative raises profound questions about the nature of happiness, fulfillment, and the human spirit's inherent need for purpose. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: McKimmey, James, 1923-2011
Illustrator: Orban, Paul, 1896-1974
EBook No.: 30045
Published: Sep 20, 2009
Downloads: 57
Language: English
Subject: Science fiction
Subject: Short stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Planet of Dreams
Note: Reading ease score: 85.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Greg Weeks, Stephen Blundell and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Planet of Dreams" by James McKimmey is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The narrative presents a utopian world, referred to as the Dream Planet, where work is obsolete and the atmosphere is designed for leisure and contentment. The story explores the psychological implications of such a reality, particularly focusing on the character of Daniel Loveral, the leader who has orchestrated this seemingly perfect society. The plot revolves around Loveral's struggle to maintain order on the Dream Planet as some inhabitants, including George Atkinson, begin to resist the imposed idleness that characterizes their new life. Atkinson embodies a growing discontent among the residents, longing for the fulfillment that comes from work and productivity. As tensions escalate, Atkinson creates a handmade revolver as a symbol of rebellion against the system. Ultimately, the story culminates in a violent confrontation that shatters the illusion of paradise, leaving Loveral and his utopian dreams in ruins. The narrative raises profound questions about the nature of happiness, fulfillment, and the human spirit's inherent need for purpose. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: McKimmey, James, 1923-2011
Illustrator: Orban, Paul, 1896-1974
EBook No.: 30045
Published: Sep 20, 2009
Downloads: 57
Language: English
Subject: Science fiction
Subject: Short stories
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.