Men into space by Murray Leinster

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Author Leinster, Murray, 1896-1975
Title Men into space
Original Publication United States: The Berkley Publishing Corporation,1960.
Note Novelization of television series with the same title. TV series at Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Men_into_Space
Note Reading ease score: 84.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Men into Space" by Murray Leinster is a science fiction novel written in the early 1960s. The narrative revolves around the character First Lieutenant Ed McCauley as he embarks on a groundbreaking rocket flight—the first manned endeavor into space. The book delves into the excitement, fears, and challenges of being a pioneer in space travel, exploring themes of adventure and human ingenuity against the backdrop of a rapidly evolving technological landscape. The opening of the novel introduces Ed McCauley on the day of his historic rocket launch. He wakes up filled with a mixture of anticipation and anxiety, recalling the preparations and the immense significance of his mission. As he navigates through the day, we see his interactions with friends and colleagues who express both envy and concern for him. The opening chapters effectively build suspense leading up to the launch, touching on McCauley’s personal reflections on bravery and the unknown as he undergoes final checks. The atmosphere is both thrilling and tense, capturing the monumental moment when he becomes the first human to travel into space, ultimately transforming his fate and perceptions of the world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Astronauts -- Fiction
Subject Outer space -- Exploration -- Fiction
Subject Space travelers -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 69299
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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