02613cam a22003853u 4500 64874 UtSlPG 20260610134509.0 m cr n 260607r2021||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Carson, Sam Space Blackout Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2021 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Produced from Comet May 41 Release date is 2021-03-20 Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Space Blackout" by Sam Carson is a science fiction novel likely written in the early to mid-20th century. The story revolves around themes of exploration, survival, and the consequences of technological advancements as humanity reaches beyond Earth. It focuses on the interactions between Earthmen and Martians, centering on a critical mission to save a civilization facing imminent destruction from a cosmic threat. The narrative follows Jerry Kos, a master navigator, and Jim Drake, captain of the Cosmic Survey ship Pelios, as they embark on a perilous journey to the distant planet Spor. Tasked by Shadrak, a Martian leader, they must evacuate the descendants of ancient Atlantis before a menacing dark nebula called Noir obliterates Spor. Upon arrival, they encounter a peaceful society that is resistant to leaving their home, despite the imminent danger. As political tensions rise, led by the antagonist Garok, the two Earthmen must navigate through skepticism and civil unrest to convince the Spor citizens to flee. Ultimately, their efforts lead to chaos and destruction, culminating in a harrowing escape with only a small, living reminder of the once-thriving world. The story captures the struggles between duty and the complexities of human attachment to home, reflecting on the challenges of saving a civilization when faced with hopelessness. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Science fiction Short stories Life on other planets -- Fiction Space colonies -- Fiction Interstellar travel -- Fiction Forte, John R. (John Robert), 1918-1966 Produced from Comet May 41 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64874 105697 105697