Gods of Space by Ray Cummings
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About this eBook
| Author | Cummings, Ray, 1887-1957 |
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| Illustrator | Musacchia, John B., 1916-2004 |
| Title | Gods of Space |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Gods of Space" by Ray Cummings is a science fiction novel written during the early 20th century, reflecting the adventurous spirit of that time's burgeoning interest in interplanetary exploration. The story revolves around Roy Atwood, a young astronaut who embarks on a personal quest to the mysterious Planetoid-150 to retrieve a rare substance called Xarite, which is crucial for curing poliomyelitis on Earth. This journey leads him to encounter a strange world filled with bizarre vegetation, creatures, and the enigmatic Ah-li, a girl who believes herself to be a goddess. In the narrative, Atwood arrives on the planetoid and quickly discovers its unique environment, including a dark, purple-glowing forest and the presence of monstrous beings known as genes, which are tied to the fate of the local inhabitants, the Marlans. The story develops as Atwood interacts with Ah-li, who sees him as a fellow god. Together, they navigate the dangers of the planet, including an uprising by the Marlans influenced by jealousy and ambition. The climax features a struggle for power that pits Atwood against Bohr, a Marlan who seeks to take control. Ultimately, the tale culminates in their escape, securing the Xarite that holds the potential to save countless lives on Earth, while revealing a deeper connection between Atwood and Ah-li—she is actually Gloria Johns, the daughter of his father's colleague. The story blends themes of adventure, identity, and the moral implications of power, leaving readers to ponder the responsibilities that come with such roles. (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 | Mines and mineral resources -- Fiction |
| Subject | Asteroids -- Fiction |
| Subject | Poliomyelitis -- Research -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 62075 |
| Release Date | May 9, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 61 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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