A Planet Named Joe by Evan Hunter

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Author Hunter, Evan, 1926-2005
Title A Planet Named Joe
Note Reading ease score: 86.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "A Planet Named Joe" by S. A. Lombino is a science fiction novel that likely takes place in the mid-20th century, a time characterized by a burgeoning interest in space exploration and interplanetary narratives. The story follows Major Polk, who is sent on a humorous yet frustrating mission to locate a Venusian named Joe, a task complicated by the fact that many inhabitants of Venus share that same name. The underlying theme of the novel explores the absurdities of military command and cultural misunderstandings in a richly imaginative setting. The plot centers on Major Polk's journey to Venus, where he is tasked with finding a native trader named Joe who could provide crucial intelligence about a revolt on Mars. Upon arriving, he quickly discovers that the name "Joe" is common among Venusians, complicating his search. As he navigates a jungle filled with locals all named Joe, he encounters various humorous situations while trying to decipher the culture and effectively complete his mission. Eventually, Polk finds himself embroiled in a conflict with Colonel Walsh, who is revealed to have ulterior motives, leading to a dramatic confrontation that uncovers themes of betrayal and the complexity of interspecies relationships. The story is filled with satirical commentary on authority and the naïveté of both humans and aliens, culminating in an unexpected twist that underscores the challenges of understanding one another across barriers of culture and language. (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 Human-alien encounters -- Fiction
Subject Venus (Planet) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 63890
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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