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The Star Lord

    Boyd Ellanby's The Star Lord is a Victorian science fiction and classic fantasy novel. Readers will find themes of space flight.

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

    About The Star Lord

    "The Star Lord" by Boyd Ellanby is a science fiction novel likely written in the early 1950s. The story revolves around the maiden voyage of a massive spaceship named the Star Lord, captained by Josiah Evans, who must navigate both the complexities of space travel and the psychological tensions among the diverse passengers aboard. As fate would have it, the ship is at risk of encountering potentially disastrous phenomena known as Thakura Ripples, which threaten not just the vessel itself but the lives of all on board. At the start of the narrative, we are introduced to Captain Evans as he prepares for the ship's first journey, filled with pride and excitement. He is soon joined by a range of characters, including burl Jasperson, the Chairman of the board, and passengers Alan Chase and Tanya Taganova. As the crew makes the crossing into hyperspace, concerns arise regarding the mysterious Ripples, and various passengers react differently to the impending journey. The opening sets the stage for a blend of adventure and suspense, hinting at both the triumphs and perils that accompany a flight through uncharted territories of space.
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    Themes, setting & tropes

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    • Science fiction
    • Space flight

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    Who wrote The Star Lord?

    The Star Lord was written by Boyd Ellanby.

    What genre is The Star Lord?

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

    Is The Star Lord 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 The Star Lord?

    Readers who like it often enjoy Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus, The Time Machine and The Invisible Man.

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