The Hour of Battle by Robert Sheckley

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Author Sheckley, Robert, 1928-2005
Illustrator Krenkel, Roy G., 1918-1983
Title The Hour of Battle
Note Reading ease score: 79.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The Hour of Battle" by Robert Sheckley is a science fiction novel likely written in the early 1950s. The story centers around a crew of Guardian ships tasked with protecting Earth from a telepathic enemy capable of taking over human minds without warning. With a blend of suspense and existential questioning, the narrative explores themes of mental control and the psychological impact of warfare in the context of space travel. The plot follows a small crew aboard one of the Guardian ships as they anxiously await an expected attack from this mysterious telepathic race. As the men grapple with the boredom and tension of their station, they engage in speculation about their enemy's capabilities and the nature of mind control. They discuss the implications of a crew member's capture by the enemy, which heightens their anxiety and fear of losing their own autonomy. In a moment of impulsivity, they decide to take action and confront the enemy, propelled by the desperate need to protect their minds and Earth. Through their interactions and the looming threat of an unseen enemy, Sheckley examines the fragility of human consciousness in the face of external manipulation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Short stories
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EBook-No. 29445
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Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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