Bramble Bush by Alan Edward Nourse
The novel follows the adventures of a group of scientists and engineers who are sent to a distant planet to investigate a mysterious energy source. The planet is inhabited by a race of intelligent, humanoid aliens, and the team soon discovers that the energy source is a powerful force that could be used to benefit both races. The team must find a way to use the energy source without destroying the planet or its inhabitants, while also dealing with the political and social implications of their mission. Along the way, they must also contend with the alien race's own agenda, as well as the machinations of a powerful corporation that wants to exploit the energy source for its own gain. The novel is a classic example of science fiction, exploring themes of exploration, discovery, and the ethical implications of technological advancement. It is a thought-provoking and entertaining read, and is sure to appeal to fans of the genre.
By Alan Edward Nourse · First published 1957 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy · 7,329 words
First lines
"There was a man in our town, and he was wondrous wise; He jumped into a bramble bush and scratched out both his eyes. And when he saw what he had done, with all his might and main He jumped into another bush and scratched them in again."
Dr. David Lessing found Jack Dorffman and the boy waiting in his office when he arrived at the Hoffman Center that morning. Dorffman looked as though he'd been running all night. There were dark pouches under his eyes; his heavy unshaven face seemed to sag at every crease. Lessing glanced sharply at his Field Director and sank down behind his desk with a sigh. "All right, Jack -- what's wrong?"
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Alan Edward Nourse
- Date: 1957 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy, Mystery
- Length: 7,329 words
- Structure: 1 section, 160 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The book is set in a future world and follows the story of a young man who is sent to a distant planet to find a cure for a deadly virus.
- Adventure — The protagonist embarks on a journey of discovery and exploration, encountering a variety of obstacles and challenges along the way.
- Fantasy — The book features elements of fantasy, such as the mysterious Bramble Bush, which is said to have magical powers.
- Mystery — The protagonist must unravel the mystery of the Bramble Bush in order to save his planet from the deadly virus.
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Fiction · Parapsychology · Psychic ability · Science fiction · Scientists · Short stories · back · boy · children · could · dorffman · dr