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Neville, Kris
1925
1980
Neville, Kris Ottman
Terry, W. E.
1921
1992
Terry, Willis E.
Terry, Bill
Wind in Her Hair
Produced from Imagination Stories of Science and Fantasy October 1950
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"Wind in Her Hair" by Kris Neville is a science fiction novel likely written in the mid-20th century. The story revolves around the themes of longing, dreams, and the concept of home as experienced by a generation born in space aboard a spaceship that has been traveling for centuries. It explores the emotional and philosophical implications of returning to Earth, a world they have only known through imagination and stories. The narrative follows Johnny Nine and Marte, two young passengers who have grown up on the spaceship while dreaming of what life on Earth might be like. As they approach their home planet, they grapple with emotions rooted in hope and fear. Their interactions are filled with dreams of farming, the beauty of nature, and the deep-seated yearning for a life free from the confines of the ship. However, the story takes a poignant turn when they encounter the harsh reality that awaits them on Earth, as Johnny learns that the air and land may be poisonous, leaving them unsure of their future and aspirations. The tension between their dreams of home and the grim truths serves as the emotional core of the story, making it a contemplative piece about the essence of life and belonging. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 96.2 (5th grade). Very easy to read.
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Science fiction
Short stories
Space ships -- Fiction
Interstellar travel -- Fiction
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