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Fyfe, H. B. (Horace Bowne)
1918
1997
Fyfe, Horace Bowne
Fyfe, H.B.
Wood, Wallace
1927
1981
Wood, Wally
Round-and-Round Trip
Produced from Galaxy Magazine December 1960
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"Round-and-Round Trip" by H. B. Fyfe is a science fiction novella published in the early 1960s. This light-hearted tale explores the adventures of Robert L. Winstead, a somewhat hapless traveler seeking to reach his ultimate destination within the vastness of space. The story delves into the complexities and absurdities of space travel, highlighting both the humorous and frustrating experiences that can arise from miscommunication and unforeseen circumstances in a futuristic setting. The plot follows Winstead as he navigates a series of unexpected detours and delays on his journey to Altair IV, only to find himself mistakenly routed to a remote planet called Topaz IV and later Gelbchen II. Along the way, he encounters an array of colorful characters, including a helpful and relaxed clerk named Callahan and a charming but unconventional girl named Carole. As Winstead grapples with both the logistics of travel and the distractions of new social connections, the story amusingly examines issues of identity, purpose, and the unpredictable nature of interstellar journeys. Ultimately, Winstead's trip evolves from a simple business venture into an unplanned adventure full of chaos, camaraderie, and self-discovery. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 75.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Science fiction
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Interstellar travel -- Fiction
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Science Fiction
Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
Category: Humour
Category: Adventure
Category: Novels
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