Circle of Flight by Richard Stockham
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About this eBook
| Author | Stockham, Richard |
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| Title | Circle of Flight |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Circle of Flight" by Richard Stockham is a science fiction novel, likely written in the early to mid-20th century. The story dives into themes of conflict, authority, and the dichotomy between destruction and healing as two protagonists navigate their starkly different philosophies and methods in a dystopian society. At the heart of the narrative are the characters Thorus and Aria, who embody the struggle between violent rebellion against oppressive powers and a peaceful pursuit of understanding and healing through science and nature. The plot follows Thorus, a vengeful rebel determined to use his formidable power in the macrocosm to overthrow a corrupt authority, and Aria, a healer committed to exploring the microcosm to understand life itself. Their conflicting paths come to a head when they face the oppressive police force, leading to a dramatic confrontation where Thorus unleashes his destructive powers, resulting in widespread devastation. As chaos ensues, both characters find themselves on a journey of self-discovery that leads them back to the earth they sought to change; they realize that true healing requires a balance between their approaches. Ultimately, they recognize their interdependence and the necessity of addressing both the outer and inner worlds to foster real transformation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 32885 |
| Release Date | Jun 18, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 6, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 62 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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