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Mullen, Stanley
1911
1974
Terry, W. E.
1921
1992
Terry, Willis E.
Terry, Bill
The Voyage of Vanishing Men
Produced from Imagination Stories of Science and Fantasy April 1955
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"The Voyage of Vanishing Men" by Stanley Mullen is a science fiction novel written during the mid-20th century. The story revolves around an ambitious intergalactic survey mission led by Braun, who is one of the few survivors of the ill-fated "Venture IV" expedition that vanished into the depths of space. The narrative explores themes of isolation, existential dread, and the unknown challenges of deep space exploration. The plot delves into Braun's return to civilization after his ship's mysterious journey, where he grapples with the loss of his crew and the haunting memories of their fate. Throughout the story, Braun faces skepticism and hostility from those around him as he tries to recount his experiences, struggling with the knowledge that he is forever marked by the void he encountered. The novel expertly weaves a tale of suspense and introspection, as Braun reflects on the nature of human ambition and the price of exploration in uncharted realms, leaving readers to ponder the consequences of humanity’s insatiable curiosity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 85.9 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Science fiction
Short stories
Storytelling -- Fiction
Space ships -- Fiction
Outer space -- Exploration -- Fiction
Bars (Drinking establishments) -- Fiction
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