The Venus Trap by Evelyn E. Smith
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| Author | Smith, Evelyn E., 1922-2000 |
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| Illustrator | Francis, Dick |
| Title | The Venus Trap |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Venus Trap" by Evelyn E. Smith is a science fiction novel written during the mid-20th century. The narrative explores themes of love, identity, and the complexity of relationships, set against a backdrop of extraterrestrial colonization. The story unfolds on a newly discovered planet named Elysium, which initially appears idyllic but soon reveals unforeseen complications. The plot centers around James Haut, a Terrestrial man who dreams of a harmonious life with his wife, Phyllis, after having established a settlement on Elysium. However, upon her arrival, Phyllis finds herself in conflict with Magnolia, a sentient tree whose friendship with James causes tensions in their marriage. The story delves into Phyllis's struggles to adapt to alien surroundings and her perception of Magnolia's relationship with James, leading to a series of humorous and poignant encounters. As James navigates the challenges of interspecies friendships and the complexities of human emotions, the narrative examines themes of jealousy, acceptance, and the definition of love and companionship in a richly imagined extraterrestrial setting. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Human-alien encounters -- Fiction |
| Subject | Space colonies -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 31583 |
| Release Date | Mar 10, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 87 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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