Mercenary by Mack Reynolds

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Author Reynolds, Mack, 1917-1983
Illustrator Birmingham, Lloyd, 1924-2010
Title Mercenary
Series Title Produced from Analog April 1962.
Note Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "Mercenary" by Mack Reynolds is a science fiction novel written in the late 20th century. The story introduces Joseph Mauser, a seasoned mercenary who decides to enlist with the Vacuum Tube Transport corporation amidst a brewing conflict with their rival, Continental Hovercraft. His choice comes with doubts, as many veterans believe that Vacuum Tube Transport is bound for failure under the leadership of Baron Malcolm Haer. At the start of the narrative, Joe Mauser arrives in Kingston and immediately observes the recruitment line for Vacuum Tube Transport. The opening portions reveal his reflections on the quality of the recruits and the personalities he encounters, including a burgeoning conflict that quickly leads to a fight. Following this, he meets Baron Haer, who expresses surprise at Joe's low rank despite his evident experience. Throughout these interactions, themes of social caste, the absurdity of the caste system, and the militarization of societal disputes emerge, highlighting the complexities of Joe's motivations and the dire circumstances of the upcoming fracas. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Entertainment -- Fiction
Subject Mercenary troops -- Fiction
Subject Corporations -- Corrupt practices -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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