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100 1 _aShallit, Joseph,
_d1915-1995
245 1 0 _aWrong Analogy
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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490 1 _aProduced from Worlds of If Science Fiction, August 1956
500 _aRelease date is 2019-05-19
508 _aProduced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Wrong Analogy" by Joseph Shallit is a science fiction story written in the mid-20th century. The narrative revolves around a group of settlers who journey from a blighted Earth to a newfound paradise, only to discover that their new home poses unforeseen dangers and challenges. The book explores themes of hope, betrayal, and resilience as the characters confront the realities of colonization. The tale follows Harvey and Ruth Flanders, who, along with other settlers, arrive on a lush, seemingly ideal planet. Upon their arrival, they are enthusiastic about the promise of abundant resources, but their excitement quickly turns to disillusionment when they learn that the atmosphere is dangerously low in oxygen, requiring them to use artificial oxygen packs. As they struggle to adapt to this new environment, they uncover a sinister economic system controlled by Colonel Baker, who exploits them for labor in exchange for breathable air. Led by Harvey, the settlers resolve to confront their oppressor, ultimately using ingenuity to turn the tables and gain autonomy. The story serves as a reflection on power dynamics and the human spirit's capacity to fight for survival and dignity amidst adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aScience fiction
653 _aSpace colonies -- Fiction
700 1 _aOrban, Paul,
_d1896-1974
830 0 _aProduced from Worlds of If Science Fiction, August 1956
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59545
999 _c100371
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