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Richard M. (Richard Mace) Elam
Young Readers Science Fiction Stories
"Young Readers Science Fiction Stories" by Richard M. Elam is a collection of science fiction tales written in the mid-20th century. This anthology is aimed at younger audiences, offering imaginative adventures in a futuristic context. The stories feature young protagonists, such as Beth Harrison and Gib Bromfield, who explore themes of space travel, alien encounters, and the wonders of the universe. The opening portion of the book begins with "Beth and the Twilight Star," where we meet Beth and her father as they search for cactus branches in the desert. While wandering off, Beth discovers a mysterious shiny wall that opens to reveal a spaceship. Inside, she encounters Linnia, a girl from Sirius, who explains their mission to study Earth. Despite her initial awe, Beth soon panics about being far from home. The narrative sets the tone for the collection, highlighting children's curiosity and bravery as they embark on thrilling and otherworldly adventures.
Richard M. (Richard Mace) Elam
Young Stowaways in Space
"Young Stowaways in Space" by Richard M. Elam is a science fiction novel written in the early 1960s. The story revolves around two young boys, Garry Coleman and his best friend Patch, who are orphans with a dream of exploring space. They embark on an unexpected adventure when they sneak out to watch the launch of the space ship "Orion", only to accidentally become stowaways on the vessel heading to the Von Braun Space Station. At the start of the novel, Garry's ambition to become a spaceman is vividly portrayed as he and Patch navigate their way from the orphanage to the bustling spaceport. Driven by their excitement, the boys cleverly manage to avoid being caught as they board the "Orion" alongside the first space officer, Mulroy. However, their adventure takes a chaotic turn when they become trapped in a malfunctioning elevator moments before blast-off, ultimately finding themselves aboard the ship as it launches into space. Filled with both wonder and trepidation, they grapple with the reality of their situation and the looming consequences of their stowaway antics.
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