Distress Signal by Ross Rocklynne

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Author Rocklynne, Ross, 1913-1988
Title Distress Signal
Note Reading ease score: 85.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Distress Signal" by Ross Rocklynne is a science fiction story written during the mid-20th century. The narrative revolves around two boys, Carl Wyant and Rex Oberling, who, after running away from home, find themselves marooned on the cold planet Worta. The boys navigate themes of friendship, survival, and the dire consequences of desperation as they seek a way back to their home. The story begins with Carl and Rex's impulsive escape into space, which ultimately leads to their crash landing on Worta, where they are taken in by the Wortan people, a civilization struggling to survive underground. However, as time passes, Rex becomes increasingly obsessed with returning home and devises a dangerous plan involving a distress signal that could inadvertently lead to immense destruction. Carl, realizing the catastrophic implications of Rex's actions, desperately tries to stop him, resulting in a tense confrontation between the two friends. Ultimately, the story culminates in a tragic and explosive climax that challenges the boundaries of morality and sacrifice, leaving a haunting impression of the fragility of both life and friendship. (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 Runaway teenagers -- Fiction
Subject Space ships -- Fiction
Subject Life on other planets -- Fiction
Subject Castaways -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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