Mr. Meek Plays Polo by Clifford D. Simak
"Mr. Meek Plays Polo" by Clifford D. Simak is a science fiction novella written in the mid-20th century. The story revolves around Oliver Meek, an unassuming bookkeeper who finds himself caught in a series of surreal events involving space, eccentric characters, and an unusual game of polo. The narrative explores themes of identity, the unpredictable nature of life in space, and the quest for meaning in a chaotic universe. In this engagingtale, Meek is reluctantly thrust into a space polo match that carries the weight of a longstanding feud between rival factions known as the "ring rats." As he navigates the chaos of the game, Meek must contend with the absurdity of his situation, especially as he becomes the unwitting coach of a team filled with colorful characters. The narrative unfolds with moments of humor, tension, and unexpected revelations, particularly concerning the mysterious "educated bugs" that inhabit the rock where Meek discovers he can study mathematical equations through games the bugs play. Ultimately, Meek's journey becomes one of self-discovery, as he transforms from a meek bookkeeper into an unexpected hero, showcasing the unpredictability of life and the hidden depths within all individuals. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Simak, Clifford D., 1904-1988 |
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| Illustrator | Ingels, Graham, 1915-1991 |
| Title | Mr. Meek Plays Polo |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Adventure stories |
| Subject | Human-alien encounters -- Fiction |
| Subject | Space travelers -- Fiction |
| Subject | Asteroids -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 63130 |
| Release Date | Sep 5, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 89 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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