The Misplaced Battleship: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Misplaced Battleship is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Harrison, Harry (1925–2012).
Catalogue synopsis
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"The Misplaced Battleship" by Harry Harrison is a science fiction novel written in the early 1960s. The story revolves around interstellar intrigue and crime, specifically the implications of a powerful battleship being secretly built in a peaceful sector of the galaxy. It addresses themes of deception, adventure, and the moral complexities faced by characters navigating both lawful and unlawful pursuits in a futuristic setting. The narrative follows the protagonist, Slippery Jim diGriz, a master thief turned agent for the Special Corps, as he uncovers a plot involving the covert construction of a Warlord-class battleship on the planet Cittanuvo. DiGriz, initially sent to investigate, finds himself embroiled in a deeper conspiracy when he discovers that a criminal mastermind named Pepe Nero, with the assistance of a cunning woman named Angelina, has orchestrated the construction and theft of the battleship for his own nefarious purposes. As diGriz races against time to apprehend Pepe and prevent chaos, he finds that nothing is as straightforward as it seems, challenging his wits and resolve at every turn. The climax showcases a tense showdown as diGriz confronts the duo, ultimately leading to unexpected twists and moral dilemmas about loyalty and betrayal.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Misplaced Battleship
- Author credits: Harrison, Harry (1925–2012)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Criminals -- Fiction
- DiGriz, James Bolivar (Fictitious character) -- Fiction
- Police -- Fiction
- Science fiction
- Space ships -- Fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Crime, Thrillers and Mystery
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Science Fiction
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