White spot
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ISBN10: 9369070125
ISBN13: 9789369070121
Publisher: Double 9 Booksllp
Published: Dec 1 2024
Pages: 52
Weight: 0.16
Height: 0.12 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
ISBN13: 9789369070121
Publisher: Double 9 Booksllp
Published: Dec 1 2024
Pages: 52
Weight: 0.16
Height: 0.12 Width: 5.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
White Spot by Murray Leinster is a science fiction novel, following a crew stranded on a mysterious planet. The crew must navigate survival on an unfamiliar world, confronting a powerful, intelligent entity responsible for destroying a previous civilization. A deadly white spot on the planet's surface emanates a heat ray, which poses a constant threat to the crew. As they investigate, they uncover the alien force's sinister nature and race against time to escape its clutches. The story also explores the dynamics of human conflict, particularly as a mutinous crew member complicates their survival efforts. The crew's struggle to overcome their fear and use their intelligence against the alien presence becomes a central element in the narrative. With themes of resourcefulness, teamwork, and the dangers of the unknown, the story challenges the crew to adapt to an ever-changing, life-threatening environment. The suspenseful conclusion sees the crew utilizing their wits to defeat the alien force and escape, highlighting the resilience of humanity in the face of otherworldly threats.
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