Venus Boy: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Venus Boy is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Sutton, Lee (1916–1978).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Venus Boy" by Lee Sutton is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The story unfolds on the planet Venus, focusing on a twelve-year-old boy named Johnny Watson, who is the first human born on the planet. Accompanied by his pet jewel bear Baba, the narrative hints at themes of friendship and secrets, as Johnny navigates the complexities of life in a perilous alien environment, leading to adventures that intertwine with the colony's fate and his own connection to Baba. The opening of the novel introduces readers to the enthusiastic Johnny, who is excited about the arrival of a spaceship from Earth. Alongside Baba, whose jewel claws are a closely guarded secret, Johnny is determined to keep his bear hidden from the dangers that the presence of hunters could bring. The narrative quickly highlights the bond between them as they embark on mischievous escapades while attempting to avoid the attention of their teacher and the colony's guards. The tension builds through Johnny's three secrets and the dangers from the wild life surrounding them, painting a rich setting filled with both wonder and latent threat, as well as the undercurrents of a much larger narrative involving the colony's survival and the price of loyalty.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Venus Boy
- Author credits: Sutton, Lee (1916–1978)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Boys -- Juvenile fiction
- Extraterrestrial beings -- Juvenile fiction
- Human-animal relationships -- Juvenile fiction
- Pets -- Juvenile fiction
- Science fiction
- Venus (Planet) -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Science Fiction
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