The Frozen Planet by Keith Laumer
The Frozen Planet is a science fiction novel by Keith Laumer. It is set in a future where Earth has been abandoned by its inhabitants and is now a frozen wasteland. The story follows a group of scientists who are sent to explore the planet and discover its secrets. The team discovers that the planet is inhabited by a race of aliens called the K'Tans, who have been living in a state of suspended animation for centuries. The K'Tans are a peaceful race, but they are also powerful and possess advanced technology. The team soon discovers that the K'Tans are in danger of being wiped out by a powerful force that is slowly consuming the planet. The team must find a way to save the K'Tans and the planet before it is too late. Along the way, they uncover secrets about the planet's past and the fate of the human race. The Frozen Planet is an exciting and thrilling adventure that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.
By Keith Laumer · First published 1961 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Mystery · 7 chapters · 12,949 words
First lines
"It is rather unusual," Magnan said, "to assign an officer of your rank to courier duty, but this is an unusual mission."
Retief sat relaxed and said nothing. Just before the silence grew awkward, Magnan went on.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Keith Laumer
- Date: 1961 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Mystery, Fantasy
- Length: 12,949 words
- Structure: 7 chapters, 529 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The Frozen Planet is a science fiction novel by Keith Laumer, which follows the story of a group of astronauts who travel to a distant planet and discover a mysterious frozen world.
- Adventure — The novel follows the astronauts as they explore the frozen planet and encounter various dangers and challenges along the way, making it an adventure story.
- Mystery — The astronauts must unravel the mystery of the frozen planet and its inhabitants in order to survive, making this a mystery story as well.
- Fantasy — The novel contains elements of fantasy, such as the mysterious creatures and powers that the astronauts encounter on the frozen planet.
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Diplomats · Fiction · Life on other planets · Retief (Fictitious character) · Science fiction · Space ships · anne · back · captain · chip · come · door