Lone Star Planet by H. Beam Piper and John J. McGuire

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Author Piper, H. Beam, 1904-1964
Author McGuire, John J. (John Joseph), 1917-1981
Title Lone Star Planet
Series Title Prepared from a 1979 reprint of the 1958 original.
Credits Produced by Greg Weeks, Malcolm Farmer, and the Online Distributed
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Summary "Lone Star Planet" by H. Beam Piper and John J. McGuire is a science fiction novel written in the late 1950s. The story sets a satirical tone as it follows Ambassador Stephen Silk, who has been assigned to the planet New Texas, to investigate the murder of a predecessor, Ambassador Silas Cumshaw. Silk's mission involves navigating the planet's unique cultural quirks, complex political landscape, and potential conflict with the z'Srauff, an alien species that poses a threat to New Texas. The opening of "Lone Star Planet" introduces Stephen Silk moments before he meets with Secretary Ghopal, who is sending him off to New Texas. This introductory chapter showcases a bureaucratic environment filled with sardonic banter between various members of the diplomatic staff, hinting at political tensions and the dangerous undertones of Silk's new appointment. As he learns more about the murder of his predecessor, the narrative draws attention to the absurdities of interstellar diplomacy and the challenges he will face on a planet that seems to blend the chaotic essence of the Old West with futuristic elements. The engaging dialogue and Silk's witty observations set the stage for a commentary on politics, diplomacy, and survival in a colorful, yet perilous, new world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Space colonies -- Fiction
Category Text
EBook-No. 20121
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 1, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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