Ozymandias by Ivar Jorgensen

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Author Jorgensen, Ivar
Illustrator Adkins, Dan, 1937-2013
Title Ozymandias
Original Publication New York, NY: Royal Publications, Inc., 1958.
Note Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Ozymandias" by Ivar Jorgensen is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The story revolves around an archaeological and military expedition to a long-dead planet, where the characters grapple with the tension between scientific inquiry and military practicality. As they unearth remnants of an ancient civilization, their quest for knowledge becomes entwined with the implications of potentially dangerous discoveries. The narrative follows a group of archaeologists led by Dr. Leopold and a contingent of military personnel, including Colonel Mattern, as they explore Planet Four. Initially facing skepticism about the planet's value, the archaeologists ultimately discover a sentient robot named Ozymandias, which serves as a guide to the ruins of a once-flourishing civilization known as the Thaiquens. As the team learns from Ozymandias, they uncover the haunting legacy of a race that mastered advanced technology and weapons, raising ethical questions about military use of this newfound knowledge. The story culminates in a poignant reflection on the destructive nature of progress, echoing the sentiments of Shelley's poem about the hubris of past civilizations. (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 Robots -- Fiction
Subject Outer space -- Exploration -- Fiction
Subject Archaeologists -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 72080
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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