Planet of Creation by Chester S. Geier

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Author Geier, Chester S., 1921-1990
Illustrator Hardison
Title Planet of Creation
Credits Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary "Planet of Creation" by Chester S. Geier is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The story explores themes of exploration, ambition, and the consequences of desire as a fleet of Urgollian spacemen seeks resources on a mysterious planet that seems to offer limitless possibilities. The narrative takes place against the backdrop of a demoralizing defeat and the uncertain fate of a population on the brink of revolution. The plot centers around Commander Thettumir and his crew, who, after a harrowing defeat, discover a mysterious planet that not only has a breathable atmosphere but also appears to be capable of materializing objects from their thoughts. As they utilize this strange phenomenon to create weapons and duplicate their forces, their ambitions spiral out of control. However, as they embark on a return journey to take revenge on their enemies, they face catastrophic consequences when their newly created fleet begins to vanish in the vacuum of space, revealing the dangers of their short-sightedness and the fragile nature of their newfound power. The story serves as a cautionary tale about the hubris of unchecked ambition and the potential perils of reliance on forces beyond one’s understanding. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Short stories
Subject Extraterrestrial beings -- Fiction
Subject Psychic ability -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 64159
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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