And we Sailed the Mighty Dark
And We Sailed the Mighty Dark is a science fiction novel written by Frank Belknap Long and published in 1953. The story follows a group of astronauts who travel to a distant planet in search of a new home for humanity after Earth becomes uninhabitable due to nuclear war. Upon arrival, they discover that the planet is inhabited by intelligent creatures who are hostile towards them. The novel explores themes of survival, xenophobia, and the dangers of technological advancement.
By Frank Belknap Long · First published 1934 · Genre: Science Fiction, Horror, Adventure · 4 chapters · 13,535 words
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You've seen them -- the old ships, the battered and ruined ships, the ships that have made one voyage too many, and are so ancient you can't remember their names or the reputations they've earned for themselves in deep space! Sure you've seen them! Black hulls stretching away for miles into the red sunset -- ships that can be bought for a song if you've a song left in you and still want to go adventuring on the rim of the System.
Do you know how it feels not to have a song left in you? Do you know how it feels to be a legend without substance -- the lad who broke the bank at Callisto City and walked out two days later without a penny to his name?
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Frank Belknap Long
- Date: 1934 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Horror, Adventure, Fantasy, Mystery
- Length: 13,535 words
- Structure: 4 chapters, 323 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The plot revolves around futuristic and speculative concepts.
- Horror — Themes of fear and the supernatural are prevalent throughout the story.
- Adventure — The narrative includes a journey and exploration of unknown territories.
- Fantasy — Elements of the fantastical and otherworldly are present in the setting and characters.
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science fiction · fantasy · adventure · space exploration · cosmic horror · alien encounters · survival · mystery · suspense · psychological · dark themes · imagination