A Trip to the Red Planet: Police Your Planet & Badge of Infamy
Enriched edition. 2 Sci-Fi NovelsBy Lester del Rey
Length9h 17m
About this audiobook
In Lester del Rey's "A Trip to the Red Planet: Police Your Planet & Badge of Infamy," readers are transported to a futuristic world where law enforcement and morality are put to the test. The book includes two gripping novellas that explore themes of justice, redemption, and the complexities of human nature. Del Rey's writing style is concise yet powerful, with a focus on character development and thought-provoking plot twists. Set against a backdrop of interplanetary travel and political intrigue, these stories captivate readers with their imaginative settings and compelling narratives. Del Rey's literary context can be traced to the golden age of science fiction, where exploration of ethical dilemmas was a common theme. By merging elements of mystery, adventure, and social commentary, del Rey creates a captivating reading experience that challenges readers to consider the consequences of their actions. Lester del Rey's background as a prolific science fiction author shines through in "A Trip to the Red Planet," showcasing his expertise in crafting compelling stories that resonate with readers. The book is recommended for fans of classic science fiction and readers who enjoy thought-provoking narratives that explore the complexities of human nature.
In this enriched edition, we have carefully created added value for your reading experience:
- A comprehensive Introduction outlines these selected works' unifying features, themes, or stylistic evolutions.
- A Historical Context section situates the works in their broader era—social currents, cultural trends, and key events that underpin their creation.
- A concise Synopsis (Selection) offers an accessible overview of the included texts, helping readers navigate plotlines and main ideas without revealing critical twists.
- A unified Analysis examines recurring motifs and stylistic hallmarks across the collection, tying the stories together while spotlighting the different work's strengths.
- Reflection questions inspire deeper contemplation of the author's overarching message, inviting readers to draw connections among different texts and relate them to modern contexts.
- Lastly, our hand‐picked Memorable Quotes distill pivotal lines and turning points, serving as touchstones for the collection's central themes.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.6 (16)
Includes Goodreads
GenreScience Fiction, General Fiction
Length9 hrs 17 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateDec 17, 2020
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Sorrell & Son
24XV Decision
2Police Your Planet (Sci-Fi Classic)
25Police Your Planet
3In the Parallel Universe - 4 SF Tales in One Edition
26Chapter I One Way Ticket
4The Guardians & Perchance to Dream (2 Dystopian Tales in One Edition)
27Chapter II Honest Izzy
5The Essential Works of Lester del Rey
28Chapter III The Graft is Green
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6Introduction
29Chapter IV Captain Murdoch
7Historical Context
30Chapter V Recall
8Synopsis (Selection)
31Chapter VI Sealed Letter
9Badge of Infamy
32Chapter VII Electioneering
10I Pariah
33Chapter VIII Vote Early and Often
11II Lobby
34Chapter IX Contraband
12III Spaceman
35Chapter X Marriage of Convenience
13IV Martian
36Chapter XI The Sky's the Limit
14V Surgery
37Chapter XII Wife or Prisoner?
15VI Research
38Chapter XIII Arrest Mayor Wayne!
16VII Plague
39Chapter XIV Full Circle
17VIII Fool
40Chapter XV Murdoch's Mantle
18IX Judgment
41Chapter XVI Get the Dome!
19X Execution
42Chapter XVII Security Payoff
20XI Convert
43Analysis
21XII War
44Reflection
22XIII Susceptibility
45Memorable Quotes
23XIV Immunity
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