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Guth, Henry
Vestal, Herman B.
1916
2007
Vestal, H. B. (Herman B.)
Vestal, Herman Beeson
Beeson
Signal Red
Produced from Planet Stories Fall 1949
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"Signal Red" by Henry Guth is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The narrative centers around the theme of survival and danger in space travel, exploring the perils faced by interplanetary travelers amid tensions between different factions. It focuses on the human experience in a futuristic setting, highlighting existential themes and personal sacrifice. The story follows Shano, an elderly and ailing man who boards the space liner "Stardust" with a sense of resignation, as he is determined to return home, possibly to die. Despite the warnings of impending threats from the Uranian fleet, he chooses to embark on the journey. As events unfold, the "Stardust" becomes embroiled in a battle, and Shano's survival instincts kick in when he discovers that a traitor has sabotaged the ship's systems. Driven by a mixture of desperation and latent strength from his laborious past, he takes the risk to enter the dangerous engine room, using his clogged lungs and frail body to keep the ship operational against overwhelming odds. His action embodies a pivotal shift from a passive role to one of agency and courage, showcasing the theme of redemption and the indomitable spirit of humanity in the face of adversity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 87.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Science fiction
Short stories
War stories
Space ships -- Fiction
Sabotage -- Fiction
Older men -- Fiction
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Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
Category: Novels
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