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100 1 _aSmith, George O.
_q(George Oliver),
_d1911-1981
245 1 0 _aHistory Repeats
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
490 1 _aProduced from Astounding Science Fiction May 1959.
500 _aRelease date is 2007-12-17
508 _aProduced by Greg Weeks, Greg Bergquist, Bruce Albrecht and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"History Repeats" by George O. Smith is a science fiction novella published in the mid-20th century, specifically in the 1950s. The narrative unfolds in a sprawling spaceport city called Xanabar, a hub of intergalactic trade and conflict where cultural exchanges and tensions exemplify the political landscape of the galaxy. The likely topic of the book centers around themes of adventure and conflict, reflecting the complexities of human nature within a technologically advanced society. The story follows Peter Hawley and his extraordinary dog, Buregarde, as they navigate the dangers of Xanabar in search of Miss Vanessa Lewis, a girl who has been kidnapped. The duo engages in a series of confrontations with various criminals and mercenaries, often using their wits and the unique bond between man and dog to overcome obstacles. As they delve deeper into the seedy underbelly of the city, they confront issues of lawlessness and corruption within Xanabar’s governance. Their mission culminates in a fight against the kidnappers, where they ultimately succeed in rescuing Vanessa and challenging the complacency of the city's authorities. The work cleverly combines elements of suspense, humor, and commentary on social order, showcasing Smith's ability to blend action with deeper reflections on civilization. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aScience fiction
653 _aShort stories
700 1 _aMartinez
830 0 _aProduced from Astounding Science Fiction May 1959.
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23884
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