On the Trail of the Space Pirates by Carey Rockwell

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Author Rockwell, Carey
Contributor Ley, Willy, 1906-1969
Illustrator Glanzman, Louis
LoC No. 53002256
Title On the Trail of the Space Pirates
Note Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "On the Trail of the Space Pirates" by Carey Rockwell is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. This adventurous story follows the exploits of Tom Corbett and his fellow Space Cadets—Roger Manning and Astro—as they navigate the challenges of space travel while facing the threat of nefarious space pirates. Their journey begins as they return to Space Academy, where they are soon pulled into a mysterious plot involving stolen secrets and a race against time to protect interplanetary peace. The opening of the novel introduces the main characters on their way back to the Space Academy, where they will receive new assignments. As they travel, the boys engage in playful banter, highlighting their camaraderie and distinct personalities. Their conversation is interrupted by an encounter with two disdainful men who challenge their roles as cadets, setting the stage for conflict. As the story progresses, they are briefed about a significant new assignment related to the Solar Exposition on Venus, which quickly leads them into a web of intrigue involving the theft of vital knowledge and the urgent need to thwart the dastardly plans of the space pirates. The mix of humor, thrill, and camaraderie in this opening portion captivates the reader's attention, promising an exciting adventure ahead. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres
Subject Science fiction
Subject Astronauts -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Interplanetary voyages -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Corbett, Tom (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction
Subject Space pirates -- Juvenile fiction
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EBook-No. 21092
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Most Recently Updated Nov 29, 2024
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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