My Fair Planet by Evelyn E. Smith
The story revolves around a human colony on a distant planet where the inhabitants have forgotten their origins and are struggling to survive due to the harsh environment. The protagonist, a young woman, discovers an ancient spaceship that holds the key to their past and their future survival.
By Evelyn E. Smith · First published 1965 · Genre: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Satire · 7,363 words
First lines
[Sidenote: _All the world's a stage, so there was room even for this bad actor. only he intended to direct it! _]
As Paul Lambrequin was clambering up the stairs of his rooming house, he met a man whose face was all wrong. "Good evening," Paul said politely and was about to continue on his way when the man stopped him.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Evelyn E. Smith
- Date: 1965 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Fantasy, Satire, Drama, Comedy
- Length: 7,363 words
- Structure: 1 section, 174 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The plot revolves around an extraterrestrial character and explores themes of identity and adaptation, typical of the science fiction genre.
- Fantasy — The ability of the alien to change forms and the surreal interactions with the protagonist introduce fantastical elements.
- Satire — The narrative critiques societal norms, particularly in the theater and politics, using humor and exaggeration.
- Drama — The story focuses on the struggles of an actor, exploring themes of ambition, identity, and the human condition.
Tags
Romance · Science Fiction · Space Opera · Intergalactic Travel · Alien Encounters · Human Colonization · Planetary Exploration · Feminist Themes · Social Commentary · Satire · Comedy of Manners · Witty Dialogue