Marty the Martian: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Marty the Martian is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Marmor, Arnold (1927–1978).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Marty the Martian" by Arnold Marmor is a science fiction story written in the mid-20th century. The narrative revolves around Nick Faber, who is tasked by Norbert Marsten, the owner of a circus, to travel to Mars and capture a Martian for his show. The book explores themes of alien encounters and human ambition as Marsten seeks to create a sensational attraction that no other circus possesses. The story follows Nick Faber as he embarks on a daring journey to Mars with his pilot, Joe Roane. Upon landing, they encounter strange Martians, which leads to a grim fate for Roane and an unexpected twist for Nick. The Martians, using a machine to transfer consciousness, swap bodies with Nick, leaving him trapped in a Martian form and making him the centerpiece of Marsten's circus. As Nick grapples with his new reality as "Marty the Martian," he realizes that the plot goes deeper, as the Martians plan to use Marsten for their own objectives. The narrative blends humor with a cautionary tale about the dangers of ambition and the exploitation of the unknown.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Marty the Martian
- Author credits: Marmor, Arnold (1927–1978)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Circus -- Fiction
- Human-alien encounters -- Fiction
- Martians -- Fiction
- Science fiction
- Short stories
- Space flight to Mars -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Humour
- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
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