Third Planet by Murray Leinster
The novel follows the adventures of a group of scientists and astronauts who are sent to explore a mysterious planet in a distant star system. The planet is inhabited by a race of intelligent, humanoid aliens, and the explorers soon discover that the planet is in the midst of a civil war between two factions. The explorers must find a way to end the conflict and save the planet from destruction. Along the way, they uncover secrets about the planet's past and the mysterious aliens who inhabit it. The novel is a classic example of 1950s science fiction, and is considered to be one of Leinster's best works. It is a thrilling adventure story, full of suspense and intrigue, and is sure to keep readers on the edge of their seats.
By Murray Leinster · First published 1963 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Mystery · 4 chapters · 11,296 words
First lines
It was, as usual, a decision on which the question of peace or atomic war depended. The Council of the Western Defense Alliance, as usual, had made the decision. And, as usual, the WDA Coordinator had to tell the Com Ambassador that the Coms had won again. The WDA would not risk atomic war over a thirty-mile shift of a national border in southeast Asia.
"Perhaps," said the Com Ambassador politely, "it will be easier for you personally if I admit that our Intelligence Service has reported the decision of your Council." He paused, and added, "in detail."
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Murray Leinster
- Date: 1963 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Mystery, Fantasy
- Length: 11,296 words
- Structure: 4 chapters, 221 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — Third Planet is a science fiction novel by Murray Leinster, which follows the story of a group of astronauts who travel to a distant planet to explore its mysteries.
- Adventure — The novel follows the astronauts as they explore the planet and encounter various dangers and obstacles, making it an adventure story.
- Mystery — The novel also contains elements of mystery, as the astronauts attempt to uncover the secrets of the planet and its inhabitants.
- Fantasy — The novel contains elements of fantasy, as the astronauts encounter strange creatures and phenomena on the planet.
Tags
Cold War · Fiction · Nuclear warfare · Science Fiction · Weapons · ambassador · back · base · com · coms · coordinator · could
Contents
- The aliens had lost their lives to nuclear war - but their loss might be the salvation of Earth! <TEXTOPIAN: Quote>
- CHAPTER II
- CHAPTER III
- CHAPTER IV