A Martian Odyssey: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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A Martian Odyssey is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Weinbaum, Stanley G. (Stanley Grauman) (1902–1935).
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"A Martian Odyssey" by Stanley G. Weinbaum is a science fiction short story published in July 1934. After crash-landing on Mars, American chemist Dick Jarvis begins a perilous trek back to his ship. Along the way, he rescues an intelligent birdlike alien named Tweel, who becomes his companion. Together they encounter bizarre Martian life forms—silicon-based pyramid builders, deadly dream-beasts that project illusions, and mysterious cart creatures with inscrutable purposes. The journey tests both survival skills and the possibility of true communication across species.
Book and edition facts
- Title: A Martian Odyssey
- Author credits: Weinbaum, Stanley G. (Stanley Grauman) (1902–1935)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Mars (Planet) -- Fiction
- Science fiction
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- Category: Adventure
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Category: Short Stories
- Science Fiction
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