The Stearns, Charles A. creator Summers, Leo 1925-1985 text utu 2008 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Marooner" by Charles A. Stearns is a science fiction novel written in the late 1950s. The story revolves around the complex relationship between Mr. Wordsley, a sensitive and introspective engineer, and Captain DeCastros, a domineering figure haunted by his past. Set against the backdrop of space exploration, the book explores themes of obsession, madness, and the consequences of past actions, particularly concerning an enigmatic planet called Avis Solis. In this narrative, Mr. Wordsley and Captain DeCastros embark on a perilous journey through space, where they confront not only external dangers but also the ghosts of their pasts. DeCastros reveals the haunting tale of his brother, Malmsworth, who was abandoned on a desolate planet years ago, prompting a quest to find him. As they land on Avis Solis, the beauty of the planet contrasts sharply with the dark memories it holds, particularly for DeCastros. The tension between the characters escalates as they encounter the remnants of Malmsworth's twisted existence, culminating in a poignant exploration of guilt, survival, and the human psyche. Ultimately, the book leaves readers pondering the significance of the choices people make in desperate situations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2008-03-09 Produced by Greg Weeks, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Short stories Science fiction, American Psychological fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24791 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24791 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133552.0 24791