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Bleekman's Planet

    Bleekman's Planet is an adventure fiction and Victorian science fiction novel by Randall Garrett and Robert Silverberg. It deals with life on other planets, space colonies and amputees.

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    It is in the public domain in the United States and free to read on Project Gutenberg.

    About Bleekman's Planet

    "Bleekman's Planet" by Ivar Jorgensen is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The story follows MacKenzie Thornwald, a retired Interstellar Policeman who arrives on the newly colonized Bleekman's Planet, only to find himself embroiled in a dark and oppressive regime ruled by Governor Lloyd Henderson. The narrative examines themes of corruption, power, and survival in a frontier world marked by danger and intrigue. The tale begins with Thornwald's jarring welcome to Bleekman's Planet as he swiftly encounters hostility and injustice, leading to his arrest by the local authorities. Despite the rough treatment, he quickly plots his escape and sets out to reclaim his lost property—including his crucial prosthetic arm—while uncovering the extent of Henderson’s tyrannical control over the planet. As Thornwald aligns with his fellow inmates and uses his cunning and combat skills, he must confront not only the corrupt officials but also his own limitations as a one-armed man. Ultimately, he takes a stand against Henderson, rallying for the freedom of Bleekman's Planet and seeking justice, all while leveraging his unique circumstances to his advantage.
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    Themes, setting & tropes

    Genres

    Subjects

    • Science fiction
    • Adventure stories
    • Life on other planets
    • Space colonies
    • Amputees

    Quick answers

    Who wrote Bleekman's Planet?

    Bleekman's Planet was written by Randall Garrett and Robert Silverberg.

    What genre is Bleekman's Planet?

    It is usually shelved as Adventure, Victorian Science Fiction and Classic Fantasy.

    Is Bleekman's Planet free to read?

    Yes. It is in the public domain in the United States and can be read free on Project Gutenberg in EPUB, Kindle and HTML formats.

    What books are similar to Bleekman's Planet?

    Readers who like it often enjoy Space Viking, Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea and A Journey to the Centre of the Earth.

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