Morley's Weapon by D. W. Barefoot

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Author Barefoot, D. W.
Illustrator Emshwiller, Ed, 1925-1990
Title Morley's Weapon
Credits Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online
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Summary "Morley's Weapon" by D. W. Barefoot is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The story follows Vincent Morley, a newly graduated spaceman who faces challenges aboard a spaceboat as he journeys through the Saturn system. Exploring themes of personal growth, survival, and the human spirit, the narrative dives into Morley's internal struggles as he transitions from a subordinate role in society to a more active, independent figure in a hostile environment. The plot centers around Morley and his more experienced partner, Olaf Madsen, as they embark on a side trip to the icy moon of Japetus after their spaceboat suffers catastrophic damage. Stranded in an unfamiliar and dangerous landscape, they must rely on their wits and each other to reach a Distress Depot for rescue. Throughout their journey, Morley’s vast but unconventional knowledge, including insights gleaned from books, proves vital as they encounter various alien threats and find sustenance in this hostile world. As the duo progresses, Morley's character evolves from a self-doubting individual to a valuable partner who uses his unique skills to navigate their perilous situation, ultimately revealing the strength of cooperation and the unexpected talents one can discover in times of crisis. (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 Survival -- Fiction
Subject Castaways -- Fiction
Subject Iapetus (Satellite) -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 63836
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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