The Memory of Mars: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Memory of Mars is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Jones, Raymond F. (1915–1994).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Memory of Mars" by Raymond F. Jones is a science fiction novel written in the early 1960s. The story revolves around Mel Hastings, a reporter grappling with the tragic death of his wife, Alice, who mysteriously possesses alien biology despite appearing human. The narrative explores themes of memory, identity, and the implications of extraterrestrial encounters, set against a backdrop that melds human emotions with the complexities of intergalactic existence. In the novel, Mel Hastings faces an emotional crisis when his wife Alice dies while undergoing surgery. The shocking revelation from Dr. Winters—that Alice is not human but instead has inexplicable, alien organs—sparks a journey of discovery for Mel. He recalls vague memories of a trip to Mars that he does not remember, but which Alice insisted was real. As Mel embarks on a desperate quest to uncover the truth, he confronts entities connected to a galactic council that exerts control over humanity's fate. The narrative plunges into the depths of identity, love, and existential dread, culminating in a twist that challenges Mel's understanding of reality and leaves him battling a formidable force intent on controlling human destiny.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Memory of Mars
- Author credits: Jones, Raymond F. (1915–1994)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Psychological fiction
- Science fiction, American
Gutenberg collections
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Science Fiction
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