02493cam a22003733u 4500 31736 UtSlPG 20260610133726.0 m cr n 260607r2010||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Shea, Robert, 1933-1994 Star Performer Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2010 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Produced from the September 1960 issue of If. Release date is 2010-03-22 Produced by Sankar Viswanathan, Robert Cicconetti, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net "Star Performer" by Robert Shea is a science fiction novel likely written in the mid-20th century. The narrative explores themes of cultural clash and personal identity as it follows a native Martian named Gavir, who is brought to Earth and faces the stark realities of both his home planet and the advanced, but ethically challenged society of Earth. The novel reflects on the dynamics of power and privilege, particularly in the context of colonialism. The story centers on Gavir, a Martian who possesses a unique talent for singing and dreamcasting, which he discovers can captivate Earth's citizens, particularly the aging and rebellious Century-Plussers. Despite his initial awe of Earth and its technologies, Gavir confronts the harsh discrimination and exploitation faced by Martians, especially at the hands of the Martian Development Corporation (MDC). As he rises to fame, Gavir finds himself drawn into a web of violence, ethical dilemmas, and personal vendettas, ultimately leading to a climactic confrontation that reveals the true nature of power and revenge in both Martian and Earth societies. Through his journey, the novel examines the loss of innocence, the quest for justice, and the struggles of an individual caught between two worlds. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Science fiction Short stories Revenge -- Fiction Martians -- Fiction Francis, Dick Produced from the September 1960 issue of If. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/31736 72582 72582