Trouble by George O. Smith (1950)
"Trouble" by George O. Smith is a science fiction novel about an alien race that invades Earth and the efforts of humanity to resist them. The story follows the adventures of a group of humans who band together to fight back against the invaders, using their wits and ingenuity to outsmart and defeat them. Along the way, they encounter various challenges and obstacles, including betrayal from within their own ranks, as well as unexpected allies and enemies. The novel explores themes of survival, loyalty, and the human spirit in the face of adversity.
By George O. Smith · First published 1950 · Genre: Science Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Humor · 11,348 words
First lines
Tom Lionel, Consulting Engineer, awoke with a shake of his head. At once, he was out of bed. He consulted first the calendar and then the clock. The thought struck him funny. He hadn't been drinking, but the idea of looking at a calendar upon awakening might be construed as an admission that he didn't know what time of what day it was.
_Or mayhap what month._
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: George O. Smith
- Date: 1950 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Psychological Fiction, Humor, Mystery, Drama
- Length: 11,348 words
- Structure: 1 section, 351 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The narrative involves advanced scientific concepts, such as antigravity and poltergeist phenomena, explored through a speculative lens.
- Psychological Fiction — The story delves into the protagonist's split personality and the psychological conflict between his engineer and physicist personas.
- Humor — The protagonist's interactions and the absurdity of his situation are presented with a comedic tone.
- Mystery — The protagonist investigates unexplained phenomena, creating a sense of intrigue and discovery.
Tags
science fiction · space exploration · adventure · technology · aliens · conflict · humor · suspense · interstellar travel · humanity · future society · problem-solving