The Man Who Hated Mars
The novel follows the adventures of John Grimes, a space-faring officer in the Federation Navy. Grimes is sent to the planet Mars to investigate a mysterious signal that has been detected coming from the planet. Upon arriving, he discovers that the signal is coming from a group of human colonists who have been stranded on the planet for centuries. Grimes soon discovers that the colonists have been living in a state of fear and oppression, ruled by a powerful and tyrannical leader known as the Grand Marshal. Grimes must find a way to free the colonists from the Grand Marshal's rule and help them return to Earth. Along the way, he must also contend with the hostile environment of Mars, as well as the machinations of the Grand Marshal and his minions. The Man Who Hated Mars is an exciting and thrilling science fiction adventure, full of action, suspense, and intrigue. It is a classic of the genre and a must-read for any fan of science fiction.
By Randall Garrett · First published 1956 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Mystery · 6,525 words
First lines
"To escape from Mars, all Clayton had to do was the impossible. Break out of a crack-proof exile camp -- get onto a ship that couldn't be boarded -- smash through an impenetrable wall of steel. Perhaps he could do all these things, but he discovered that Mars did evil things to men; that he wasn't even Clayton any more. He was only"
"I want you to put me in prison!" the big, hairy man said in a trembling voice.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Randall Garrett
- Date: 1956 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Adventure, Mystery, Fantasy
- Length: 6,525 words
- Structure: 1 section, 228 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The title and plot of the book involve a man who hates Mars, suggesting a science fiction setting.
- Adventure — The book follows the protagonist's journey to Mars, suggesting an adventurous plot.
- Mystery — The protagonist must uncover the truth behind why he hates Mars, suggesting a mystery element.
- Fantasy — The book involves a journey to Mars, which is a fantastical setting.
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Escapes · Fiction · Mars (Planet) · Science Fiction · Short stories · another · back · bottle · clayton · cold · could · earth