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100	1		_aGarrett, Randall, _d1927-1987
245	1	4	_aThe Destroyers
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2008
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2008-01-04
508			_aProduced by Greg Weeks, Geetu Melwani, Bruce Albrecht and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520			_a"The Destroyers" by Randall Garrett is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The narrative explores themes of war, societal change, and personal tragedy. Set on the agricultural planet of Xedii, the story unfolds against a backdrop of interplanetary conflict, where the inhabitants must confront the brutal realities of an invading force seeking to impose its will upon them. The book follows Anketam, a dedicated farmer who finds himself unexpectedly tasked with overseeing his community and maintaining order amid a war that disrupts their traditional way of life. As the invaders threaten their existence, the narrative delves into Anketam's struggles with leadership, loyalty, and the changing societal structure around him. Through his interactions with family, friends, and the military leaders, the story highlights the emotional and moral dilemmas faced by individuals caught in the sweep of war. As hope wanes and destruction mounts, Anketam's personal journey reflects the broader tragedy of a way of life being lost forever, ultimately painting a sobering picture of resilience and human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aScience fiction
653			_aShort stories
653			_aWar stories
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24166
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