Stand by for Mars! by Carey Rockwell
"Stand by for Mars!" by Carey Rockwell follows the adventures of space cadet Tom Corbett and his friends, who are training at the Solar Guard Academy. The story revolves around their mission to Mars, where they encounter various challenges, including space pirates and technical malfunctions. As they navigate these obstacles, the cadets demonstrate teamwork, bravery, and ingenuity, ultimately proving their worth as future space officers. The novel combines elements of science fiction with themes of friendship and perseverance.
By Carey Rockwell · First published 1952 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Young Adult · 22 chapters · 72,348 words
First lines
"Stand to, you rocket wash!"
A harsh, bull-throated roar thundered over the platform of the monorail station at Space Academy and suddenly the lively chatter and laughter of more than a hundred boys was stilled. Tumbling out of the gleaming monorail cars, they froze to quick attention, their eyes turned to the main exit ramp.
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Stand by for Mars! is listed on Textopian as a novel by Carey Rockwell, dated 1952 CE.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Carey Rockwell
- Date: 1952 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Young Adult, Fantasy, Space Opera
- Length: 72,348 words
- Structure: 22 chapters, 2,201 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The book features space travel and futuristic technology, central elements of the science fiction genre.
- Adventure — The plot involves exploration and thrilling experiences on Mars, characteristic of adventure narratives.
- Young Adult — The writing style and themes are geared towards a younger audience, typical of young adult literature.
- Fantasy — Elements of imaginative worlds and extraterrestrial life contribute to a fantasy aspect, though it is primarily rooted in science fiction.
Tags
Science Fiction · Space Opera · Adventure · Young Adult · Pulp Fiction · Classic Novel · 1950s Literature · Rocket Science · Astronauts · Mars Exploration · Alien Invasion · Intergalactic Travel
Contents
- CHAPTER I
- CHAPTER II
- CHAPTER III
- CHAPTER IV
- CHAPTER V
- CHAPTER VI
- CHAPTER VII
- CHAPTER VIII
- CHAPTER IX
- CHAPTER X
- CHAPTER XI
- CHAPTER XII
- CHAPTER XIII
- CHAPTER XIV
- CHAPTER XV
- CHAPTER XVI
- CHAPTER XVII
- CHAPTER XVIII
- CHAPTER XIX
- CHAPTER XX
- CHAPTER XXI
- CHAPTER XXII