The Sargasso of Space by Edmond Hamilton
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| Author | Hamilton, Edmond, 1904-1977 |
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| Title | The Sargasso of Space |
| Note | Reading ease score: 82.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Sargasso of Space" by Edmond Hamilton is a science fiction novel written during the early 20th century. This gripping tale explores the themes of survival and human resilience in the face of overwhelming odds, set against the backdrop of a desolate region of outer space known as the "dead-area." The story follows the crew of the stranded freighter "Pallas", who find themselves drifting toward a graveyard of wrecked spacecraft, facing dire circumstances with dwindling supplies and hopes of rescue. As the narrative unfolds, Captain Crain and his crew, led by first officer Rance Kent, grapple with their bleak fate in the dead-area, where many lost ships linger without hope of escape. Amidst their desperation, the crew encounters a group of survivors from the "Martian Queen" led by the enigmatic Krell, who harbors dark secrets and ulterior motives. As they search the wrecks for fuel to escape their doomed trajectory, tensions rise between the two groups, leading to betrayal, conflict, and a battle for survival. Ultimately, Kent teams up with the courageous passenger Marta Mallen, who plays a vital role in undermining the malicious plans of Krell and Jandron. Together, they navigate treachery and danger as they seek to escape the perils of the dead-area, highlighting the strength of human spirit against despair. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28832 |
| Release Date | May 16, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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