Monsoons of Death by Gerald Vance
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About this eBook
| Author | Vance, Gerald |
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| Title | Monsoons of Death |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Monsoons of Death" by Gerald Vance is a science fiction novel written in the early 1940s. The book tells the story of Lieutenant Ward Harrison, who is sent to assist a civilian meteorologist, Thomas Halliday, at a Martian observation station. The narrative explores the themes of fear, courage, and the challenges of exploration, set against the backdrop of a dangerous and mysterious Martian environment. The story revolves around Harrison's arrival at the isolated observation base, where he finds Halliday paralyzed by fear of unseen creatures he refers to as "Raspers." As a monsoon brews on Mars, the atmosphere becomes increasingly dangerous and unpredictable. Initially frustrated by Halliday's timidity, Ward eventually faces the terrifying Raspers himself and must confront his own cowardice. As the plot unfolds, he discovers camaraderie and a sense of purpose alongside Halliday, leading to a dramatic climax where they finally fight back against the monstrous creatures, ultimately transforming their relationship into one of mutual respect and partnership. The novel emphasizes personal growth and the idea that true bravery is measured by one's actions in the face of fear. (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 | Mars (Planet) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32618 |
| Release Date | May 31, 2010 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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