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Title: When the Spoilers Came

Note: Reading ease score: 85.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "When the Spoilers Came" by Robert Moore Williams is a science fiction novelet written in the early 1950s. Set on Mars, the story revolves around the complexities of human and Martian interactions within the unique social dynamics of the Martian city of Sudal. The primary topic explores themes of survival, loyalty, and the stark conflict between the predatory intentions of some humans and the more peaceful, communal lifestyle of the Martians. The narrative follows Boyd Larkin, a human trader who has spent years navigating the intricacies of Martian culture while trading essential minerals for agricultural prosperity. His life takes a tumultuous turn when a group of ruthless spacemen arrives, led by his estranged son, Roy, aiming to take over mineral distribution in a way that threatens the Martian way of life. As tensions rise, Larkin is faced with a traditional Martian test that holds dire consequences for him and his son. A turning point occurs when a Martian named Seekin offers to take Larkin's place in the test, highlighting the bond that can form between species amidst adversity. Ultimately, the story culminates in a climactic confrontation, revealing both the destructive tendencies of humanity and the potential for cooperation and growth between Terrans and Martians. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Williams, Robert Moore, 1907-1977

EBook No.: 64667

Published: Mar 1, 2021

Downloads: 76

Language: English

Subject: Science fiction

Subject: Adventure stories

Subject: Mars (Planet) -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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2024-11-10T06:11:16Z When the Spoilers Came

This edition has images.

Title: When the Spoilers Came

Note: Reading ease score: 85.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Credits: Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net

Summary: "When the Spoilers Came" by Robert Moore Williams is a science fiction novelet written in the early 1950s. Set on Mars, the story revolves around the complexities of human and Martian interactions within the unique social dynamics of the Martian city of Sudal. The primary topic explores themes of survival, loyalty, and the stark conflict between the predatory intentions of some humans and the more peaceful, communal lifestyle of the Martians. The narrative follows Boyd Larkin, a human trader who has spent years navigating the intricacies of Martian culture while trading essential minerals for agricultural prosperity. His life takes a tumultuous turn when a group of ruthless spacemen arrives, led by his estranged son, Roy, aiming to take over mineral distribution in a way that threatens the Martian way of life. As tensions rise, Larkin is faced with a traditional Martian test that holds dire consequences for him and his son. A turning point occurs when a Martian named Seekin offers to take Larkin's place in the test, highlighting the bond that can form between species amidst adversity. Ultimately, the story culminates in a climactic confrontation, revealing both the destructive tendencies of humanity and the potential for cooperation and growth between Terrans and Martians. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Williams, Robert Moore, 1907-1977

EBook No.: 64667

Published: Mar 1, 2021

Downloads: 76

Language: English

Subject: Science fiction

Subject: Adventure stories

Subject: Mars (Planet) -- Fiction

LoCC: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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