The Hammer of Thor by Charles Willard Diffin
"The Hammer of Thor" by Charles Willard Diffin is a science fiction novel written in the early 20th century. It presents a thrilling narrative about a conflict between humanity and an extraterrestrial threat, exploring themes of advanced technology and survival. The story unfolds in a futuristic setting marked by a desperate struggle against mysterious forces threatening civilization. In the novel, the protagonist, Danny O'Rourke, finds himself entangled in an alarming situation involving
a giant alien with a destructive weapon capable of immense devastation. As Danny navigates this perilous landscape, he interacts with various characters, including a young genius known as the Infant, who devises a countermeasure against the extraterrestrial threat. As cities fall to flames and chaos ensues, O'Rourke must adopt a selfless and brave approach by piloting a unique aircraft during critical moments, ultimately culminating in a high-stakes confrontation that challenges both his bravery and intellect. The narrative interweaves action and suspense, painting a vivid picture of humanity's resilience in the face of unimaginable danger. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Diffin, Charles Willard, 1884-1966 |
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| Title | The Hammer of Thor |
| Series Title | Produced from Astounding Stories March 1932. |
| Credits |
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| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 80.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29202 |
| Release Date | Jun 22, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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