Download or read book The Three Planeteers written by Edmond Hamilton and published by eStar Books. This book was released on 2011-10-07 with total page 68 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From Earth, Venus and Mercury, three Musketeers of Space, accompanied by a female D'Artagnan, rocket out in a grim battle against the League of the Cold Worlds!ExcerptThey sauntered through the crowded, krypton lit street bordering the great New York spaceport, casually, as though there was not a reward on their heads. An Earthman, a Venusian, and a huge Mercurian, looking merely like three ordinary space-sailors in their soiled, drab jackets and trousers.But inwardly John Thorn, the lean, dark-headed Earthman of the trio, was queerly tense. He felt the warning of that sixth sense which tells of being watched. His brown, hard-chinned face showed nothing of what he felt, and he was smiling as though telling some joke as he spoke to his two companions."We're being followed," he said. "I've felt it, since we left the spaceport. I don't know who it is."Sual Av, the bald, bow-legged Venusian, laughed merrily as though at a jest. His bright green eyes glistened, and there was a wide grin on his ugly, froglike face."The police?" he chuckled.Gunner Welk, the huge Mercurian, growled in his throat. His shock of yellow hair seemed to bristle on his head, his massive face and cold blue eyes hardening belligerently."How in hell's name would the Earth police spot us so quickly after our arrival?" he muttered."I don't think it's the police," John Thorn said, his black eyes still smiling casually. "Stop at the next corner, and we'll see who passes us."At the corner gleamed a luminous red sign, "THE CLUB OF WEARY SPACEMEN." In and out of the vibration-joint, thus benevolently named, were streaming dozens of the motley throng that jammed the blue-lit street. Reedy-looking red Martians, squat and surly Jovians, hard-bitten Earthmen-sailors from all the eight inhabited worlds, spewed up by the great spaceport nearby. There were many naval officers and men, too-a few in the crimson of Mars, the green of Venus and blue of Mercury, but most of them in the gray uniform of the Earth Navy.
Download or read book The Planeteers written by John W. Campbell and published by Gateway. This book was released on 2011-09-29 with total page 127 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Here are five adventures in planetary exploration capable of orbit the most Earthbound reader. You will find yourself embroiled in interplanetary riddles as pioneer space rovers Penton and Blake pit their wits against five alien races. Into the fray come an array of otherworld creatures - invisible imps, super-evolved blobs, and an amazing tribe of human chameleons. Watch, for the instance, how the adventures from Earth use their cunning to escape death from the 'spreading shleath' who ooze their unpleasant slime into every crack and crevice of the planet. (First published in 1966)
Download or read book World Wrecker written by Richard W. Gombert and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2009-10-01 with total page 374 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Known as the "World Wrecker" for his galaxy-smashing space operas, Edmond Hamilton wrote intelligent, exciting, and readable science fiction for over 40 years. This first major bibliography of his work covers his enormous output and numerous reprint editions. All students of Hamilton--and all major libraries--will want a copy of this bibliographical labor of love.
Download or read book The Annotated Guide to Startling Stories written by Leon L. Gammell and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 1986-01-01 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Providing fast-action science fiction novels, Startling Stories was established beginning in January 1939 as a sister publication to Thrilling Wonder Stories. Publishing 99 issues in all, and combining Fantastic Story Magazine and Thrilling Wonder Stories with its ninety-seventh issue, it finally suspended publication in Fall 1955, one of the last of the pulps to fold. Leon L. Gammell, an avid reader and collector of that period, views that era's stories with both nostalgia and objectivity; his incisive critiques will provide interested readers with numerous guideposts to a wealth of exciting fantasy and SF reading.
Download or read book The Vidiot written by Ib Melchior and published by eStar Books. This book was released on 2011-04-18 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There a good many startling surprises in TV camera work. But if the universe reels - will an eager lad get a second chance?
Download or read book The History of the Science fiction Magazine written by Michael Ashley and published by Liverpool University Press. This book was released on 2000-01-01 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is the first of three volumes that chart the history of the science fiction magazine from the earliest days to the present. This first volume looks at the exuberant years of the pulp magazines. It traces the growth and development of the science fiction magazines from when Hugo Gernsback launched the very first, Amazing Stories, in 1926 through to the birth of the atomic age and the death of the pulps in the early 1950s. These were the days of the youth of science fiction, when it was brash, raw and exciting: the days of the first great space operas by Edward Elmer Smith and Edmond Hamilton, through the cosmic thought variants by Murray Leinster, Jack Williamson and others to the early 1940s when John W. Campbell at Astounding did his best to nurture the infant genre into adulthood. Under him such major names as Robert A. Heinlein, Isaac Asimov, A. E. van Vogt and Theodore Sturgeon emerged who, along with other such new talents as Ray Bradbury and Arthur C. Clarke, helped create modern science fiction. For over forty years magazines were at the heart of science fiction and this book considers how the magazines, and their publishers, editors and authors influenced the growth and perception of this fascinating genre.
Download or read book Rip Foster in Ride the Gray Planet written by Harold L. Goodwin and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-08-22 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Harold L. Goodwin's 'Rip Foster in Ride the Gray Planet' is a thrilling science fiction novel that takes readers on an interplanetary adventure as they follow the protagonist, Rip Foster, on a mission to the mysterious gray planet. Goodwin's engaging writing style and vivid descriptions immerse readers in a futuristic world filled with alien landscapes and advanced technology, reminiscent of classic sci-fi works of the 1950s. The book's exploration of space travel, alien life, and human determination makes it a compelling read for fans of the genre. Goodwin's attention to detail and imaginative storytelling keep readers hooked from start to finish. Harold L. Goodwin was a renowned science fiction writer who drew inspiration from his own interest in space exploration and scientific advancements. His passion for the unknown realms of the universe shines through in 'Rip Foster in Ride the Gray Planet,' showcasing his expertise in creating exciting and thought-provoking narratives. Goodwin's background in aerospace engineering also adds authenticity to the technical aspects of the story, offering readers a glimpse into a plausible future of space travel. I highly recommend 'Rip Foster in Ride the Gray Planet' to readers who enjoy classic science fiction adventures with a focus on space exploration and alien encounters. Goodwin's masterful storytelling and imaginative world-building make this book a must-read for fans of the genre.
Download or read book Rip Foster Rides the Gray Planet written by Harold L. Goodwin and published by Good Press. This book was released on 2023-08-22 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In 'Rip Foster Rides the Gray Planet' by Harold L. Goodwin, readers are taken on an adventurous journey through space as Rip Foster, a young lieutenant in the United States Space Patrol, faces challenges on the mysterious gray planet. This classic science fiction novel is written in a fast-paced and engaging style, with a focus on action and exploration. Goodwin's detailed descriptions of futuristic technology and alien landscapes immerse the reader in a world that is both thrilling and thought-provoking. Set during the golden age of science fiction, this book captures the spirit of exploration and discovery that defined the genre during the mid-20th century. Goodwin's storytelling is sure to captivate readers who enjoy a blend of adventure and scientific speculation. With its vivid imagery and exciting plot, 'Rip Foster Rides the Gray Planet' offers a glimpse into a possible future that is both exhilarating and filled with dangers. I highly recommend this book to anyone looking for a thrilling science fiction read that will leave them on the edge of their seat.
Download or read book The Tom Corbett Space Cadet Megapack written by Carey Rockwell and published by Wildside Press LLC. This book was released on 2012-08-17 with total page 1569 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume collections 10 young adult science fiction novels: 7 in the Tom Corbett, Space Cadet series, plus Rip Foster Rides the Gray Planet, by Blake Savage; Star Born, by Andre Norton; and The Secret of the Ninth Planet, by Donald A. Wollheim. And don't forget to search this ebook store for more entries in the Megapack series, covering science fiction, fantasy, mystery, adventure, ghost stories, and much, much more!
Download or read book Captain Planet and the Planeteers written by Ted Turner and published by Andrews McMeel Pub. This book was released on 1992 with total page 12 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Captain Planet and the Planeteers battle environmental villains who want to destroy the world. Features pop-up and movable illustrations.
Download or read book Space Stories written by and published by . This book was released on 1952 with total page 676 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book The Space Force Chronicles written by Fred Saberhagen and published by JSS Literary Productions, LLC. This book was released on 2021-10-01 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Boris Brazil is a Planeteer in service to the Space Force. Planeteers are charged with the contact of alien life on planets within the Force’s area of control. Boris’ first big assignment is on the planet Aqua. The Force plans to study the planet, if the locals can be brought to some peaceful agreement. And, if they can come to accept the Force. Boris’ ingenuity and the Force’s technology may just save the day. Boris’ next assignment: The Space Force controls the planet Golden where years ago a planeteer’s ship mysteriously disappeared. The planet Golden boasts a technology busting force field and an alien life-theme curiously similar to the fantastic geryons described in Dante’s Inferno. Scientific investigation of the field and of the aliens continues along with settlement of a small area of the planet not affected by the field. When a group of high powered scientists arrive with new ideas for investigation, a former planeteer agrees to assist them. The planeteer finds himself not only up against an alien life force, but confronted with the megalomaniacal ambitions of an Earth-descended group of genetically engineered humans with extraordinary paranormal powers and resources. The Space Force and Boris’ skills will be needed to save this planet. Then, while on vacation on Kappa, an idyllic planet, Boris again is called to action by the Force. A powerful mind-altering native drug threatens the exploitation of the natives and the inevitable addictive behavior of earth-descended humans. Boris must fight his own drug induced demons while struggling to free himself and his companion Brenda from the crazed criminal smugglers. Space Force is a collection of three early Saberhagen works: Planeteer, The Golden People, and The Water Of Thought.
Download or read book Displacing Desire written by Beth E. Notar and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2006-10-31 with total page 210 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Why do millions of people from around the world flock to Dali, a small borderland town in the Himalayan foothills of southwest China? "Lonely planeteers"— American, European, and Israeli backpackers named for the guidebook they carry—trek halfway across the globe to "get off the beaten track," yet converge here to drink coffee, eat banana pancakes, and share music from home. Coastal Chinese who are prospering in the phenomenal economic growth of China’s reform era travel thousands of miles to sing songs and dress up as their favorite characters from a revolutionary-era movie musical. Overseas Chinese from Southeast Asia as well as a new generation of mainland youth follow in the footsteps of heroes and villains from Hong Kong martial arts novels, seeking an experience of a Buddhist "wild, wild, West" at a martial arts theme park dubbed "Hollywood East," or "Daliwood." Inspired by representations in popular culture that engender fantasies of the exotic, these tourists, Western and Chinese, journey to Dali, Yunnan, in search of an imagined place where they can indulge their craving for authenticity, display their status in the present, and act out their nostalgia for the past. Based on more than a decade of ethnographic research, Beth Notar explores struggles over place as people in Dali attempt to represent their historical identity and define their future. Displacing Desire takes representation into the realm of practice to consider the ways in which those who are represented must contend with their image in popular culture and the material after-effects of representations even decades after their original production. It contributes to an exploration of travel as performance of nostalgia, fantasy, and status. More specifically it contributes to an understanding of the growth of consumer culture in China, examining what China’s modernization process and market economy mean for different social actors in their struggles over power and place.
Download or read book Star Trek FAQ 2 0 Unofficial and Unauthorized written by Mark Clark and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2013-06-01 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: JAMES BOND FAQ: ALL THAT'S LEFT TO KNOW ABOUT EVERYONE'S FAVORITE SUPERSPY
Download or read book The Third Planet written by Sally Ride and published by Imaginary Lines, Inc.. This book was released on 2004 with total page 56 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Astronaut Sally Ride examines how the earth is studied from space, its critical relationship with the other planets in the solar system, and some of the earth's features, including climate, orbits, atmosphere, and light.
Download or read book Invisible Wealth written by Jennifer Wines and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2023-05-09 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A new paradigm of value creation, driven by your personal values. In Invisible Wealth: 5 Principles for Redefining Personal Wealth in the New Paradigm, certified wealth management advisor and entrepreneur, Jennifer Wines, delivers an insightful exploration into reimagining and redefining wealth. This book explores the technological advancements and societal shifts that have us considering everything from digital assets to digital community, all of which are organized around values. This new paradigm places a premium on intangible, or invisible, assets represented by 5 principles—money, health, knowledge, time, and relationships—each of which is attainable through your own personal, renewable resources. This paradigm shift takes on a more holistic and personalized approach to defining wealth. In this book, you’ll discover: How to use the personal wealth algorithm to identify your values, and wealth goals. How to optimize your most valuable asset, your time. How technology can support your wealth and well-being. Offering pragmatic and philosophical considerations for redefining what’s truly important to you, Invisible Wealth belongs in the hands of anyone seeking a rich life. It’s time to reimagine and redefine what wealth means to you.
Download or read book Report on Planet Three and Other Speculations written by Arthur Charles Clarke and published by HarperCollins Publishers. This book was released on 1972 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
