Stand by for Mars! by Carey Rockwell
"Stand by for Mars!" by Carey Rockwell is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The story follows Tom Corbett, an aspiring Space Cadet, as he arrives at Space Academy, where he dreams of becoming an officer in the Solar Guard. Accompanied by his new friends Astro, a strong Venusian cadet, and Roger Manning, a clever but cocky Earthling, Tom faces the rigorous training and challenges of the Academy, aimingto excel in a competitive environment filled with various personalities and aspirations. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the structured yet chaotic environment of Space Academy as Tom and fellow cadets arrive eager to embark on their journey into space. Warrant Officer McKenny, a strict and seasoned guide, sets the tone with his commanding presence, while Tom's interactions highlight the camaraderie and rivalry among the cadets. Notably, the budding friendship between Tom and Astro contrasts with Roger's arrogance, setting up a dynamic that promises both tension and growth as they navigate their training, forge their identities, and strive for success in the daunting world of space exploration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Rockwell, Carey |
|---|---|
| Contributor | Ley, Willy, 1906-1969 |
| Illustrator | Glanzman, Louis |
| LoC No. | 52014369 |
| Title | Stand by for Mars! |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Greg Weeks, Ross Wilburn and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Astronauts -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Interplanetary voyages -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Corbett, Tom (Fictitious character) -- Juvenile fiction |
| Subject | Mars (Planet) -- Juvenile fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 19526 |
| Release Date | Oct 11, 2006 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 200 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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