TY - BOOK AU - Shallit,Joseph AU - Orban,Paul TI - Wrong Analogy T2 - Produced from Worlds of If Science Fiction, August 1956 AV - PS PY - 2019/// CY - Salt Lake City, UT PB - Project Gutenberg KW - Science fiction KW - Space colonies -- Fiction N1 - Release date is 2019-05-19; Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net; Original publication data not identified N2 - "Wrong Analogy" by Joseph Shallit is a science fiction story written in the mid-20th century. The narrative revolves around a group of settlers who journey from a blighted Earth to a newfound paradise, only to discover that their new home poses unforeseen dangers and challenges. The book explores themes of hope, betrayal, and resilience as the characters confront the realities of colonization. The tale follows Harvey and Ruth Flanders, who, along with other settlers, arrive on a lush, seemingly ideal planet. Upon their arrival, they are enthusiastic about the promise of abundant resources, but their excitement quickly turns to disillusionment when they learn that the atmosphere is dangerously low in oxygen, requiring them to use artificial oxygen packs. As they struggle to adapt to this new environment, they uncover a sinister economic system controlled by Colonel Baker, who exploits them for labor in exchange for breathable air. Led by Harvey, the settlers resolve to confront their oppressor, ultimately using ingenuity to turn the tables and gain autonomy. The story serves as a reflection on power dynamics and the human spirit's capacity to fight for survival and dignity amidst adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.) UR - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59545 ER -