Student Body by Floyd L. Wallace
The novel revolves around the theme of racial identity and explores the experiences of a young black man navigating predominantly white institutions. The protagonist struggles with feelings of alienation and disconnection from his heritage, grappling with the tension between assimilation and cultural preservation. Through this narrative, the text examines the complexities of racism, privilege, and systemic oppression.
By Floyd L. Wallace · First published 1953 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Speculative Fiction · 9,226 words
First lines
_When a really infallible scientific bureau makes a drastically serious error, the data must be wrong. but wrong in what way? _
The first morning that they were fully committed to the planet, the executive officer stepped out of the ship. It was not quite dawn. Executive Hafner squinted in the early light; his eyes opened wider, and he promptly went back inside. Three minutes later, he reappeared with the biologist in tow.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Floyd L. Wallace
- Date: 1953 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Speculative Fiction, Drama, Mystery
- Length: 9,226 words
- Structure: 1 section, 252 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The narrative explores themes of colonization, alien biology, and ecological challenges on a newly discovered planet, typical of the science fiction genre.
- Adventure — The plot involves exploration and survival in an unfamiliar environment, which aligns with adventure storytelling.
- Speculative Fiction — The book speculates on the consequences of human colonization and the unknown factors of alien ecosystems.
- Drama — Character interactions and conflicts regarding survival and ecological management provide dramatic elements.
Tags
Science Fiction · Mystery · Thriller · Suspense · Campus Life · College Setting · Murder Mystery · Detective Story · Alien Invasion · Body Horror · Paranormal Elements · Supernatural Themes