Journey for the Brave
"Journey for the Brave" is a science fiction novel written by Alan Edward Nourse in 1953. The story follows the journey of a young man named John Held, who is part of a team of scientists and explorers on a mission to reach the planet Alpha Centauri. As they travel through space, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, including hostile alien creatures and malfunctioning equipment. Throughout their journey, John must confront his own fears and doubts, as well as the harsh realities of space travel. Will he be able to complete the mission and return home safely?
By Alan Edward Nourse · First published 1968 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Action · 7,092 words
First lines
Courage will be a big qualification for the pilot who flies the first moon rocket. But who decides if a man is brave -- or a coward?.
The base diner was hot and stuffy that night as Scotty Johnson sat with Mitch and Jack and the other boys, sipping his last cup of coffee before Zero Hour rolled around. Mitch and Jack had succeeded in sneaking him out of town before the reporters had guessed what was happening. Now they sat in silence, sipping their coffee, glancing at him from time to time as though to make sure he were still there. It annoyed Scotty. This was the time to laugh, and joke, and bull away as if nothing was going to happen at all.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Alan Edward Nourse
- Date: 1968 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Action
- Length: 7,092 words
- Structure: 1 section, 146 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — Alan Edward Nourse was an author primarily of science fiction works. 'Journey for the Brave' is set in a futuristic setting with advanced technology, both common themes in the science fiction genre.
- Adventure — The 'Journey' in the title suggests this book is a journey or quest storyline, a typical element of the adventure genre. The protagonists are challenged to face hazards and obstacles.
- Action — Based on the storyline with characters dealing with obstacles and conflict, this book has fast-paced scenes and tense moments that align with the action genre.
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afraid · alone · back · big · boys · could · courage · coward · cowardice · eyes · face · fear