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Title: The Laboratorians
Note: Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary: "The Laboratorians" by Edward Peattie is a science fiction novel that was likely written in the mid-20th century. The story revolves around the dynamics of a research laboratory based on the Moon, highlighting the conflict between trained scientists and their assistants known as Laboratorians, who are vital yet underappreciated in their complex roles. This tension sets the stage for the exploration of themes related to scientific integrity, collaboration, and personal relationships within a high-stakes environment. The narrative follows Dr. Frank Whitemarsh, a promising scientist, as he navigates the challenges of managing a disorganized laboratory. Initially faced with a proud but ineffective cohort of Laboratorians, Whitemarsh attempts to impose standards and accountability, much to the chagrin of his colleagues, including the capable and strong-willed Dr. Sally Chester. As he uncovers a web of inaccuracies in the laboratory’s data due to the Laboratorians' lack of theoretical knowledge, Whitemarsh's rigid approach leads to dissatisfaction and conflict. Ultimately, despite his professional successes, he confronts the emotional costs of his actions and seeks redemption and connection with Sally, recognizing the need for cooperation and understanding in both science and personal life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Peattie, Edward
Illustrator: Emshwiller, Ed, 1925-1990
EBook No.: 59267
Published: Apr 13, 2019
Downloads: 88
Language: English
Subject: Science fiction
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Scientists -- Fiction
Subject: Moon -- Fiction
Subject: Laboratories -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: The Laboratorians
Note: Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "The Laboratorians" by Edward Peattie is a science fiction novel that was likely written in the mid-20th century. The story revolves around the dynamics of a research laboratory based on the Moon, highlighting the conflict between trained scientists and their assistants known as Laboratorians, who are vital yet underappreciated in their complex roles. This tension sets the stage for the exploration of themes related to scientific integrity, collaboration, and personal relationships within a high-stakes environment. The narrative follows Dr. Frank Whitemarsh, a promising scientist, as he navigates the challenges of managing a disorganized laboratory. Initially faced with a proud but ineffective cohort of Laboratorians, Whitemarsh attempts to impose standards and accountability, much to the chagrin of his colleagues, including the capable and strong-willed Dr. Sally Chester. As he uncovers a web of inaccuracies in the laboratory’s data due to the Laboratorians' lack of theoretical knowledge, Whitemarsh's rigid approach leads to dissatisfaction and conflict. Ultimately, despite his professional successes, he confronts the emotional costs of his actions and seeks redemption and connection with Sally, recognizing the need for cooperation and understanding in both science and personal life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Peattie, Edward
Illustrator: Emshwiller, Ed, 1925-1990
EBook No.: 59267
Published: Apr 13, 2019
Downloads: 88
Language: English
Subject: Science fiction
Subject: Short stories
Subject: Scientists -- Fiction
Subject: Moon -- Fiction
Subject: Laboratories -- Fiction
LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.