TY  - BOOK
AU  - Francis,V.R.
TI  - The Flying Cuspidors
T2  - Produced from Fantastic Universe August 1958
AV  - PS 
PY  - 2009///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Science fiction
KW  - Short stories
KW  - Musicians -- Fiction
N1  - Release date is 2009-08-21; Produced by Greg Weeks, Stephen Blundell and the Online
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N2  - "The Flying Cuspidors" by V. R. Francis is a science fiction novel written in the late 1950s. Set in the year 2056, the story mixes humor and romance against an intergalactic backdrop, exploring themes of love and identity with a whimsical twist. The narrative centers around musicians on the gambling ship "Saturn" and provides a unique take on extraterrestrial encounters.  The plot follows Hotlips Grogan, a talented trumpet player, whose performance is affected by his infatuation with a beautiful new singer, Stella Starlight. As Grogan grapples with his feelings, he inadvertently attracts the attention of mysterious flying cuspidors, extraterrestrial beings that can’t tolerate high-pitched sounds. With the help of his friend Eddie, Grogan discovers that his trumpet playing could drive the cuspidors away. The narrative culminates in a dramatic confrontation with these creatures, leading to an unexpected conclusion for Grogan and his fellow musicians. Ultimately, it deftly blends elements of science fiction and romance with light-hearted humor, resulting in a charming and engaging read. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29749
ER  -