Expedition to Pluto: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Expedition to Pluto is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Pratt, Fletcher (1897–1956); Manning, Laurence (1899–1972).
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"Expedition to Pluto" by Fletcher Pratt and Laurence Manning is a science fiction novel written in the late 1930s. The story follows the crew of the spaceship Goddard, particularly focusing on Captain McCausland, First Mate Adam Longworth, and reporter Paulette de Vries, as they embark on a perilous journey to Pluto. The crew must contend with space hazards, interpersonal conflicts, and the looming threat of failure as they search for a precious metal needed for Earth's future. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to the main characters aboard the Goddard, each grappling with the tension and uncertainty of their expedition. Captain McCausland appears troubled and depressed, while Adam Longworth tries to maintain morale but feels the weight of the mission's high stakes, particularly concerning the precious beryllium they are meant to collect. Events take a dramatic turn as the ship is hit by a meteorite, resulting in damage that could jeopardize the mission. Meanwhile, tensions rise between crew members, especially between Paulette and Adam, as they confront the dangers of their quest and the mysteries of Pluto itself. The groundwork for a gripping adventure is laid, promising conflicts both external in the wilds of space and internal among the crew.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Expedition to Pluto
- Author credits: Pratt, Fletcher (1897–1956); Manning, Laurence (1899–1972)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Pluto (Dwarf planet) -- Fiction
- Radio broadcasting -- Fiction
- Science fiction
- Space ships -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
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