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Wright, Sewell Peaslee
1897
1970
The Terror from the Depths
Produced from Astounding Stories November 1931.
Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed
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"The Terror from the Depths" by Sewell Peaslee Wright is a science fiction novel written in the early 20th century, specifically during the 1930s. The book dives into themes of exploration and adventure as it follows Commander John Hanson and his crew on the Special Patrol ship, the "Ertak", as they confront a mysterious and formidable sea creature on the planet Hydrot. The story begins with Commander Hanson and his first officer, Correy, on what they expect to be another monotonous routine patrol. However, their itinerary changes dramatically when they receive a distress call from the passenger liner "Kabit", which has landed on a newly formed continent in Hydrot and is under attack by a gigantic sea serpent. As the crew formulates a rescue plan, they witness the serpent's terrifying power firsthand. The narrative unfolds as they land on the continent, facing the creature in a desperate bid to save the passengers of the "Kabit". The book culminates in a tense showdown with the serpent, culminating in an intense battle that tests the bravery and ingenuity of Hanson and his team, highlighting themes of courage and resilience against overwhelming odds. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 73.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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