The Galaxy Primes by E. E. Smith

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Author Smith, E. E. (Edward Elmer), 1890-1965
Title The Galaxy Primes
Series Title Produced from Amazing Stories March, April and May 1959.
Credits Produced by Greg Weeks, V. L. Simpson and the Online
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Summary "The Galaxy Primes" by E. E. Smith is a science fiction novel written in the late 1950s. The story revolves around four brilliant individuals—a pair of men and a pair of women—who find themselves aboard an experimental spaceship, the "Pleiades", lost billions of parsecs from Earth. Their scientific expertise and interpersonal dynamics unfold as they navigate the cosmos, tackling not only the mysteries of space but the complexities of their relationships and survival. The opening of the book introduces two male characters, Garlock and James, alongside two women, Belle and Lola, aboard their ship as they prepare for a significant journey. Tensions quickly arise among the crew, illustrated by Belle's confrontational attitude towards Garlock, who struggles to maintain order and focus amid the friction. As they execute a bold attempt to take off for an uncertain destination, discussions about their scientific missions and personal agendas highlight their distinctive personalities and roles, setting the stage for both the narrative's adventurous and character-driven paths. The stage is set for a multi-layered exploration of relationships, scientific discovery, and the challenges of interstellar travel. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Fantasy fiction
Subject Adventure stories
Subject Interplanetary voyages -- Fiction
Subject Space and time -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 20898
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Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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