Survival Kit by Frederik Pohl (1970)
Survival Kit is a science fiction novel written by Frederik Pohl and published in 1987. The book follows the story of a group of people who are stranded on an alien planet after their spaceship crashes. They must use their wits and resources to survive in a hostile environment while they wait for rescue. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and obstacles that test their strength and resolve. The book explores themes of survival, cooperation, and human resilience in the face of adversity.
By Frederik Pohl · First published 1970 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Thriller · 6 chapters · 14,494 words
First lines
It wasn't fair -- a smart but luckless man like Mooney had to scrounge, while Harse always made out just because he had a.
Mooney looked out of his window, and the sky was white.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Frederik Pohl
- Date: 1970 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Thriller, Psychological
- Length: 14,494 words
- Structure: 6 chapters, 389 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The book is set in a futuristic world with advanced technology and explores speculative concepts.
- Adventure — The narrative involves a journey and challenges that the protagonist must overcome.
- Thriller — The plot includes suspenseful and tense situations that keep the reader engaged.
- Psychological — The story delves into the mental and emotional states of the characters.
Tags
science fiction · dystopia · survival · humanity · technology · society · environment · future · conflict · politics · ethics · adventure
Contents
- CHAPTER I
- CHAPTER II
- CHAPTER III
- CHAPTER IV
- CHAPTER V
- CHAPTER VI