The Lightning's Course by John Victor Peterson
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About this eBook
| Author | Peterson, John Victor |
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| Illustrator | Forte, John R. (John Robert), 1918-1966 |
| Title | The Lightning's Course |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "The Lightning's Course" by John Victor Peterson is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The story is set against a backdrop of interstellar conflict and explores themes of revolt, duty, and the complexities of alien civilizations. The narrative centers on two Earthmen, Hunter Frederix and Del Andres, whose lives intertwine with the struggles of Martian society and the machinations of a treacherous alien race known as the Vrons. The plot unfolds as tensions rise on Mars, where an imminent revolt threatens the stability of the region. Frederix and Andres become embroiled in a conspiracy involving the Vrons and a plot to conquer Earth. As they confront betrayals and intergalactic warfare, the duo must navigate treachery from within and outside their ranks. The introduction of an intelligent robot, created by Andres, adds a unique layer to the narrative, exploring the nature of consciousness and loyalty. As the characters face grave challenges and seek to thwart the impending alien invasion, they grapple with themes of bravery, sacrifice, and the repercussions of their actions on a cosmic scale. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 64813 |
| Release Date | Mar 13, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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