—And Devious the Line of Duty by Tom Godwin
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About this eBook
| Author | Godwin, Tom, 1915-1980 |
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| Illustrator | Schelling, George, 1938- |
| Title | —And Devious the Line of Duty |
| Series Title | Produced from Analog Science Fact and Fiction December 1962. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.2 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Greg Weeks, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Summary | "—And Devious the Line of Duty" by Tom Godwin is a science fiction novel that likely reflects the mid-20th century sentiment, the era during which it was written. The story unfolds in a futuristic setting where interworld politics, military strategy, and personal dynamics intertwine, centering on the impending threat posed by the Verdam oligarchy to the Terran Republic. The narrative touches upon themes of duty, sacrifice, and complex personal relationships against a backdrop of high-stakes diplomacy. The plot follows Lieutenant Dale Hunter, who finds himself on Vesta to assist in crucial negotiations involving Princess Lyla and various key political figures, including the ambitious Verdam Special Envoy Sonig and the less-than-heroic Lord Narf. As the story progresses, Hunter uncovers layers of manipulation and deception, stemming from the seemingly hapless Strategic Service agent, George Rockford. Tensions escalate when attempts on their lives emerge, driven by Narf’s jealousy and Sonig's schemes. Amidst the chaos, Hunter's growing feelings for Lyla complicate his duty, culminating in a dramatic confrontation that reveals not only the corrupt ambitions of antagonistic forces but also the sacrifices necessary to protect one's home and ideals. Ultimately, the resolution showcases unexpected alliances and a twist in Hunter's understanding of duty and heroism. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 22585 |
| Release Date | Sep 12, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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