02569cam a22003853u 4500 62212 UtSlPG 20260610134432.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Tucker, Wilson, 1914-2006 Prison Planet Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Produced from Planet Stories Fall 1942 Release date is 2020-05-23 Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Prison Planet" by Bob Tucker is a science fiction novel written in the early 1940s. The story is set on Mars and revolves around the dire circumstances faced by the characters involved in a medical emergency, emphasizing themes of survival and sacrifice among interplanetary travel. Central to the narrative is the tension and desperation surrounding a group attempting to save lives while navigating the complexities of their environment and their relationships with one another. The plot centers on a young woman, Judith, who is suffering from a critical medical condition and requires immediate transport to Earth for treatment. A small crew, including the determined Roberds, the dubious Rat (a Centaurian), and nurse Patti Gray, come together to pilot a makeshift craft in a race against time. As they face various challenges during their eight-day journey, including water shortages and the daunting reality of space travel, the characters reveal their strengths and vulnerabilities. Rat, despite his murky past, emerges as an unlikely hero, showcasing remarkable piloting skills and resilience. Ultimately, the story grapples with themes of redemption, prejudice, and the personal sacrifices made for the sake of others, culminating in a harrowing but poignant conclusion. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Science fiction Short stories Space ships -- Fiction Human-alien encounters -- Fiction Interplanetary voyages -- Fiction Knight, Damon, 1922-2002 Produced from Planet Stories Fall 1942 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/62212 103036 103036