Yachting Party: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Yachting Party is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Holden, Fox B. (1923–1973).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Yachting Party" by Fox B. Holden is a science fiction story written in the early 1950s. It follows a group of space travelers whose yacht makes an emergency landing on an alien planet. The narrative explores their interactions with the mysterious environment and its inhabitants, particularly a creature known as the Hairy One, delving into themes of communication, exploration, and the nature of intelligence. The story begins as the passengers Marla, Ronal, Krist, and the young mechanic Logan attempt to repair their damaged spacecraft while they explore the planet. They encounter the Hairy One, an ape-like creature that seems to struggle with its ability to stand upright. Ronal takes on the challenge of trying to teach the creature to walk, driven by curiosity and the desire for cross-species understanding. However, as they work to repair the yacht and communicate with this alien life form, tension looms with the uncertainty of their situation. After several close encounters, they prepare to depart, leaving the Hairy One behind as it watches them, aware that it stands on the brink of a new evolution but ultimately chooses to remain in its own world. The book concludes with a poignant reflection on the creature's place in its environment and the bonds of understanding that were briefly touched.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Yachting Party
- Author credits: Holden, Fox B. (1923–1973)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Science fiction
- Short stories
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- Category: Novels
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
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