Wizard by Laurence M. Janifer (1960)
The novel follows the adventures of a young man named David, who is a wizard. He is able to use his magical powers to manipulate the physical world around him. He is also able to communicate with animals and plants, and can even control the weather. David is sent on a mission to save the world from an alien race known as the Krell. The Krell are a powerful race of aliens who have been manipulating the world for their own gain. David must use his magical powers to defeat the Krell and save the world. The novel is set in a future world where magic and technology are intertwined. It is a thrilling adventure story that explores the power of magic and the consequences of using it. It is a classic science fiction novel that is sure to entertain readers of all ages.
By Laurence M. Janifer · First published 1960 · Genre: Fantasy, Science Fiction, Adventure · 9,372 words
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"Although the Masquerade itself, as a necessary protection against non-telepaths, was not fully formulated until the late years of the
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Laurence M. Janifer
- Date: 1960 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Fantasy, Science Fiction, Adventure, Mystery
- Length: 9,372 words
- Structure: 1 section, 281 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Fantasy — The title of the book, 'Wizard', implies a story set in a fantasy world with magical elements.
- Science Fiction — The book is written by Laurence M. Janifer, who is known for writing science fiction stories.
- Adventure — The book is likely to contain an exciting plot with thrilling adventures.
- Mystery — The book may contain mysterious elements that the protagonist must uncover.
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Conspiracies · Fiction · Inquisition · Science Fiction · Telepathy · back · bald · came · cell · claerten · could · course