Blueblood by Jim Harmon (1957)
The novel revolves around a young man who returns to his hometown after serving time for a crime he did not commit. He seeks revenge against those responsible for his wrongful conviction and imprisonment. The story explores themes of class, privilege, and the corrupting influence of power.
By Jim Harmon · First published 1957 · Genre: Science Fiction, Social Commentary, Adventure · 5,561 words
First lines
There were two varieties of aliens -- blue and bluer -- but not as blue as the Earthmen!
Even if I'm only a space pilot, I'm not dumb. I mean I'm not _that_ dumb. I admit that Dr. Ellik and Dr. Chon outrank me, because that's the way it's got to be. A pilot is only an expendable part. But I had been the first one to see the natives on this planet, and I was the first one to point out that they came in two attractive shades of blue, light blue and dark blue.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Jim Harmon
- Date: 1957 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Social Commentary, Adventure, Satire, Drama
- Length: 5,561 words
- Structure: 1 section, 205 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The narrative explores themes of alien races, interstellar travel, and the implications of genetic differences, which are central to the science fiction genre.
- Social Commentary — The story addresses issues of race, prejudice, and social hierarchy, reflecting on human societal structures through the lens of alien interactions.
- Adventure — The plot involves exploration and the challenges faced by the characters in an alien environment, typical of adventure narratives.
- Satire — The work critiques human behavior and societal norms, using humor and irony to highlight the absurdity of prejudice and superiority.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Family Saga · Coming-of-Age · Social Class · American Literature · 20th Century · Fictionalized Biography · Biographical Novel · Literary Fiction · Domestic Drama · Psychological Insight · Character Study