Luna Escapade by H. B. Fyfe

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Author Fyfe, H. B. (Horace Bowne), 1918-1997
Title Luna Escapade
Note Reading ease score: 85.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Luna Escapade" by H. B. Fyfe is a science fiction novella written in the early 1950s. The story unfolds primarily in space, focusing on the exploration and settlement on the Moon and Mars, depicting the tension between personal desires and societal expectations. The central theme revolves around the journey of a young woman attempting to escape her troubled family life, and the consequences of her actions. The plot centers around Pete Dudley, a seasoned pilot of a rocket freighter, who unexpectedly discovers Kathi Foster, a girl who stowed away on his ship bound for Luna. Kathi is escaping a tumultuous family situation tied to her deceased grandfather's fortune, and her desire for independence clashes with the harsh realities of her situation. Throughout their journey, Dudley grapples with his responsibility towards Kathi while navigating his own personal and professional dilemmas. Ultimately, as the story unfolds, it explores the concepts of freedom, choice, and the impact of societal constraints, leading to a poignant resolution that reflects on the importance of individual agency amidst overwhelming odds. (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 Runaway teenagers -- Fiction
Subject Inheritance and succession -- Fiction
Subject Moon -- Fiction
Subject Stowaways -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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