The Passenger by Kenneth Harmon
"The Passenger" by Kenneth Harmon is a science fiction novel likely written in the mid-20th century. The story centers around Lenore Smithson, a young woman returning to Earth after five years of working with the Government Education Service on a barren planet. It explores themes of longing, identity, and unexpected connections, all set against the backdrop of space travel. In the novel, Lenore finds herself aboard a transport vessel back to Earth,
filled with anticipation for her return home. As she navigates her feelings of nostalgia and excitement, she inadvertently connects with a telepath named Fairheart, who is confined to his cabin due to a broken ankle. Their conversations develop from light flirtation to deeper intimacy as they share their experiences and loneliness. However, the story takes a dark turn when Lenore discovers that there is a menacing creature lurking in Fairheart's living quarters, resulting in a chilling climax that blends romance with suspense. Ultimately, "The Passenger" weaves a tale of human connection amid the vastness of space, highlighted by an unsettling twist that leaves readers questioning safety and trust. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Harmon, Kenneth |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Connell |
| Title | The Passenger |
| Series Title | Produced from Galaxy Science Fiction February 1954. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 81.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Greg Weeks, Stephen Blundell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Telepathy -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 30500 |
| Release Date | Nov 19, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 115 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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