| Author |
Kenney, Neil J. |
| Illustrator |
Orban, Paul, 1896-1974 |
| Title |
They Were Different
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 80.7 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
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| Summary |
"They Were Different" by Neil J. Kenney is a science fiction narrative originally published in the mid-1950s. The story revolves around telepathic individuals who possess exceptional mental abilities but struggle against societal prejudice and legal restrictions. The book explores themes of fear of the unknown, the societal rejection of those who are "different," and the pursuit of knowledge and understanding. The protagonist and their companion, both endowed with telepathic and extrasensory powers, face challenges as they attempt to educate others about their gifts. Initially, they find success in training students but soon run afoul of a district judge who perceives their abilities as a threat. This judicial confrontation results in their imprisonment and subsequently forces them to live underground to continue their education efforts. As they attempt to evade law enforcement, they experience the toll of their persecution, facing loss and betrayal at every turn. Ultimately, the story culminates in a tragic conclusion that underscores the tragic fate that befalls those who are seen as different in a world governed by fear and ignorance. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
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| Subject |
Science fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories
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| Subject |
Telepathy -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Psychic ability -- Fiction
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
59224 |
| Release Date |
Apr 8, 2019 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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