Mr. Caxton draws a Martian bird by Frank Belknap Long

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Author Long, Frank Belknap, 1903-1994
Title Mr. Caxton draws a Martian bird
Original Publication New York, NY: King-Size Publications, Inc., 1954.
Note Reading ease score: 84.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary "Mr. Caxton Draws a Martian Bird" by Frank Belknap Long is a science fiction short story written in the mid-20th century. The narrative centers around two young siblings, Peter and Susan Ashley, who are left in the care of a harsh and impatient adult named Mr. Caxton while their parents are on an expedition in the Martian desert. The story explores themes of childhood innocence, imagination, and the clash between youthful wonder and adult skepticism. The plot unfolds as Peter, eager and inquisitive, believes he has seen a mysterious bird on Mars, a claim that Mr. Caxton dismisses with ridicule and scorn. The children find themselves in a struggle for validation against the adult's cynicism, leading to a climactic confrontation where Peter's vision of the strange bird becomes a pivotal moment. Ultimately, Mr. Caxton's cruel mockery leads to his downfall as he encounters the real Martian bird, resulting in a fatal consequence. The story captures the essence of how the imagination of children can challenge and surpass the limiting views of adults, blending adventure with a cautionary tale about the effects of jealousy and cruelty. (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 Mars (Planet) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 73326
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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