Test For the Pearl by Bill Garson

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Author Garson, Bill, 1917-2000
Illustrator Kiemle, H. W. (Henry William), 1908-1969
Title Test For the Pearl
Note Reading ease score: 86.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net
Summary "Test For the Pearl" by Vaseleos Garson is a science fiction novel likely written in the mid-20th century, drawing readers into a vibrant, imaginative universe. The story unfolds on Venus, where the main character, Jarl Gare, a cunning Earthman, aims to secure a rare and precious Venusian pearl to gain his freedom. The book explores themes of survival, adventure, and the struggle against alien foes in a richly described extraterrestrial setting. The narrative follows Jarl Gare and his formidable companion, Waltk, a Jovian, as they escape from a harsh prison known as "The Hole." The duo navigates the treacherous Venusian jungle in search of the legendary pearl-beds while contending with the hidden dangers posed by the planet's native Chameleon men. As they approach their goal, Gare's cunning and Waltk's brute strength are put to the ultimate test. However, Gare ultimately faces a perilous challenge when the final test of retrieving the pearl proves daunting, highlighting his inherent weakness: color-blindness, which complicates his quest in a dramatic twist. (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 Adventure stories
Subject Venus (Planet) -- Fiction
Subject Escaped prisoners -- Fiction
Subject Treasure hunting -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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