The Big Leap by Charles E. Fritch

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Author Fritch, Charles E., 1927-2012
Illustrator Summers, Leo, 1925-1985
Title The Big Leap
Note Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Big Leap" by Charles E. Fritch is a science fiction novella written in the mid-20th century. The book explores the psychological and existential themes surrounding space exploration, focusing on the character of Cantrell, who is preparing for a pivotal journey to the moon. The narrative dives into the complexities of human psychology when faced with the vast uncertainties of space, particularly the fear of the unknown. In the story, Cantrell is an astronaut grappling with his aversion to animals, shaped by a childhood trauma from a dog attack. As he embarks on a groundbreaking mission to the moon, he confronts not only the physical challenges of space travel but also the psychological demons that accompany him. During his flight, he experiences a bizarre transformation when he perceives Earth as a living creature, and he ultimately rejects the reality of being a parasite on this "space-animal." His mental unraveling raises questions about perception, sanity, and the nature of existence, as those left behind must confront the implications of his revelations. The narrative culminates in a powerful exploration of the limits of human understanding in the grand scale of the universe. (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
Subject Space flight to the moon -- Fiction
Subject Astronauts -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 59034
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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