The Raider: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Raider is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Berry, Don (1932–2001).
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"The Raider" by Don Berry is a science fiction novel written in the late 1950s. The story explores themes of rebellion, morality, and the consequences of violence in a universe under the oppressive rule of the Terran Federation. The protagonist, known as Wolf, is a hired assassin who struggles with the ethical implications of his mission to assassinate Mayne Landing, the benevolent but authoritarian administrator of the Colony Planets. The narrative follows Wolf after he is covertly dropped onto a planet near the capital city of Thanlar, where he meets local revolutionaries who seek to overthrow the oppressive federation's grasp. As Wolf prepares for the assassination, he grapples with the moral complexity of his actions and the impact on innocent lives, particularly the villagers who might suffer retribution for his deed. Tension builds as the climactic event unfolds during Landing’s inspection of the village, leading to chaos and bloodshed. In the aftermath, Wolf is left contemplating the heavy price of his actions and the lives affected by his pursuit of freedom, culminating in a profound reflection on justice and forgiveness.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Raider
- Author credits: Berry, Don (1932–2001)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Assassins -- Fiction
- Revolutions -- Fiction
- Science fiction
- Short stories
- Space colonies -- Fiction
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- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
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