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    One Against the Stars is a Victorian science fiction and classic fantasy story collection by Bill Garson. Key subjects include diseases, space ships and stowaways.

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    About One Against the Stars

    "One Against the Stars" by Vaseleos Garson is a science fiction short story published during the early to mid-20th century. It explores a futuristic scenario where Earth's last hope against a deadly radio plague rests on a spaceship racing to Venus for a cure. The story touches upon themes of sacrifice, destiny, and the struggles of humanity in the face of overwhelming odds. The narrative follows John Bairn, the pilot of a spaceship carrying a team desperate to find a cure for a disease that threatens all of humanity. Among the crew is Joe Wilding, a stowaway who feels a strong connection to the stars and believes he is destined for something greater. As the voyage progresses, Joe becomes a potential source of infection, intensifying the crew's tension and fear. When Joe's plague carrier status is revealed, moral dilemmas arise regarding his fate and the safety of the crew as they strive for survival. Ultimately, Joe makes the ultimate sacrifice to ensure their survival, highlighting the themes of selflessness and the burdens that come with destiny.
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    Themes, setting & tropes

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    • Science fiction
    • Diseases
    • Space ships
    • Stowaways

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    Who wrote One Against the Stars?

    One Against the Stars was written by Bill Garson.

    What genre is One Against the Stars?

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

    Is One Against the Stars 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 One Against the Stars?

    Readers who like it often enjoy The Misplaced Battleship, From the Earth to the moon; and, round the moon and Plague Ship.

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