Image of Splendor by Lu Kella

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Author Kella, Lu
Illustrator Freas, Kelly, 1922-2005
Title Image of Splendor
Note Reading ease score: 76.3 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Image of Splendor" by Lu Kella is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century, specifically during the 1950s. The story explores themes of gender dynamics and societal structure on the planets Earth and Venus, where a young male apprentice, Burnerman O'Rielly, navigates a world dominated by women. The narrative juxtaposes the male and female roles within this futuristic setting, highlighting absurdities and unique challenges posed by these societal norms. The storyline unfolds as O'Rielly, in the high-stress atmosphere of operating a space vehicle, encounters a stowaway named Trillium, a captivating Venusian woman. Her presence complicates his already precarious position aboard the ship, raising tensions between crew members and leading to a series of comedic and dramatic events. The interactions between O'Rielly, Trillium, and their superior officers reveal a deeper commentary on love, power, and interplanetary relations, ultimately culminating in a revolution led by Venusian women seeking equality and love from their male counterparts. The plot takes unexpected twists, blending humor with a critique of gender politics, while exploring the complexities that arise when traditional roles are put into question. (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 Sex role -- Fiction
Subject Space ships -- Fiction
Subject Stowaways -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 63477
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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