The fixer by George O. Smith
"The Fixer" by Wesley Long is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. Set on the alien planet Telfu, the story follows Sandra Drake, a resourceful human stranded among the native Telfans as they face a devastating epidemic. The novel delves into themes of scientific experimentation and cross-cultural interactions in an alien world, while also exploring the challenges of survival and adaptation in an unfamiliar environment. In "The Fixer," SandraDrake finds herself helping the Telfans combat a deadly airborne disease known as andryorelitis, which threatens to decimate their population. As she navigates her new life, Sandra uses her knowledge of Terran science to work with Telfan scientists who are struggling to create an effective antidote. Faced with numerous challenges, including communication barriers and the Telfan's unique physiology, Sandra devises a plan to contact her Terran colleagues for assistance. Ultimately, the story highlights her determination and ingenuity as she plays a critical role in the struggle for survival on Telfu, leading to a climactic resolution that showcases the power of collaboration and innovation. Through Sandra's journey, the novel addresses broader themes of identity, the nature of intelligence, and the moral complexities of scientific progress. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Smith, George O. (George Oliver), 1911-1981 |
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| Illustrator | Kramer, Frank, 1905-1993 |
| Title | The fixer |
| Original Publication | United States: Street & Smith Publications, Incorporated,1945. |
| Series Title | Plutonian Lens |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits | 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 | Diseases -- Fiction |
| Subject | Life on other planets -- Fiction |
| Subject | Epidemics -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 68223 |
| Release Date | Jun 2, 2022 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 94 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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