Foundling on Venus by John De Courcy and Dorothy De Courcy

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Author De Courcy, John
Author De Courcy, Dorothy
Title Foundling on Venus
Note Reading ease score: 86.0 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Foundling on Venus" by John De Courcy and Dorothy De Courcy is a science fiction short story likely written in the early to mid-20th century. The narrative is set on the harsh and inhospitable planet Venus, exploring themes of survival, humanity, and the influence of environment on behavior. It centers on a young, mysterious foundling in a society characterized by chaos and misery. The story begins with the introduction of a small child, abandoned and alone in the dangerous streets of New Reno, a rough settlement on Venus. Jane, a waitress, discovers him and, despite the harsh realities of their planet, takes him into a café to care for him. As Jane feeds and comforts the little boy, his background remains shrouded in mystery until a revelation occurs: he is not merely a human child but an alien being disguised in a mask. This twist emphasizes the themes of alienation and the capacity for kindness in a bleak environment, as Jane connects with the child on a deeper level, hinting at a larger narrative about identity and belonging. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Short stories
Subject Venus (Planet) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 29181
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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