Second Sight by Alan Edward Nourse
"Second Sight" is a science fiction novel written by Alan Edward Nourse in 1953. The story follows the protagonist, Dr. John M. Sullivan, as he discovers that he has developed a rare medical condition known as "second sight," which allows him to see into the future. As Sullivan navigates his newfound abilities and the challenges that come with them, he must also confront a mysterious organization that is determined to exploit his powers for their own gain. With its blend of medical drama, sci-fi elements, and suspenseful plot twists, "Second Sight" is a thought-provoking and engaging read that explores the complexities of human perception and the consequences of playing with forces beyond our control.
By Alan Edward Nourse · First published 1984 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Thriller · 5,874 words
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_Tuesday, 16 May._ Lambertson got back from Boston about two this afternoon. He was tired; I don't think I've ever seen Lambertson so tired. It was more than just exhaustion, too. Maybe anger? Frustration? I couldn't be sure. It seemed more like _defeat_ than anything else, and he went straight from the 'copter to his office without even stopping off at the lab at all.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Alan Edward Nourse
- Date: 1984 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Thriller, Mystery
- Length: 5,874 words
- Structure: 1 section, 104 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — This book centers around a protagonist who displays extraordinary psychic abilities using advanced future technologies, which is characteristic of the typical themes explored within the Science Fiction genre.
- Adventure — The protagonist faces various challenges and overcomes them through decisive actions, intelligent decisions, and physical confrontations, which are typical elements of an Adventure story.
- Thriller — The narrative is tension-filled, providing constant suspense and excitement, which is a common feature of the Thriller genre.
- Mystery — The book contains a mystery surrounding the protagonist's powers, and various plot developments contribute to this sense of enigma, which are typical elements of a Mystery story.
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