Beware the Star Gods by S. J. Byrne
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"Beware the Star Gods" by S. J. Byrne is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The story explores the themes of contact between primitive societies and advanced extraterrestrial beings. It delves into the fear, awe, and misunderstandings that arise when humanity encounters what they perceive as gods. The narrative follows Kuru, a hunter from a primitive society, who witnesses a starship crash and encounters its crew, whom he and
his people believe to be deities. As Kuru bravely approaches this strange "sky-cave," he grapples with both his admiration for the visitors and the responsibilities bestowed upon him as a representative of his people. The story intricately weaves the perspectives of both Kuru's tribe and the star explorers, highlighting cultural clashes and the potential consequences of such encounters. Throughout the tale, motifs of sacrifice, identity, and the impact of civilization weigh heavily as Kuru's sister, Derla, seeks to understand the melancholic nature of one of the "gods," adding depth and emotional conflict to the narrative. Ultimately, the book raises profound questions about the nature of divinity, humanity, and the consequences of technological advancement on innocent societies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Byrne, S. J. (Stuart James), 1913-2011 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Terry, W. E., 1921-1992 |
| Title | Beware the Star Gods |
| Original Publication | United States: Greenleaf Publishing Company,1954. |
| Series Title | Produced from Imagination Stories of Science and Fantasy June 1954 |
| Credits | Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 86.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Life on other planets -- Fiction |
| Subject | Outer space -- Exploration -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66314 |
| Release Date | Sep 15, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 351 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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