The Planet Mappers

E. Everett EvansProject Gutenberg · United StatesDec 2019

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Word count: 336K words
Chapters: 34

Summary

Project Gutenberg was the first provider of free electronic books, or eBooks. Michael Hart, founder of Project Gutenberg, invented eBooks in 1971, and his memory continues to inspire the creation of eBooks and related technologies today. The Planet Mappers by E. Everett Evans. Author: Evans, E. Everett (Edward Everett), 1893-1958. Language: English. Class: PZ: Language and Literatures: Juvenile belles lettres. Release Date: Dec 13, 2015

Editor's review

This is a juvenile science fiction adventure novel by E. Everett Evans, part of Project Gutenberg's free public-domain eBook collection. The story centers on planetary mapping and carries the optimistic spirit of exploration and brisk adventure typical of Golden Age science fiction; it works well as an introductory read for understanding mid-twentieth-century Anglo-American juvenile science fiction. Its value lies not in hard technical worldbuilding but in the way it imagines space expansion in its era: adolescent protagonists, mission-driven plots, and unknown dangers on alien planets. While reading, note how the author handles the dual threads of exploration and coming-of-age, and how the science fiction premise serves young readers' sense of immersion. As a public-domain eBook, it is plain-text formatted; reading on an e-reader is recommended for comfort. The book is short overall and suits as a change of pace for science fiction themed reading or as English extensive reading material.

Who it's for

A good fit for

Readers who enjoy classic juvenile science fiction and space adventure
Intermediate English learners who want to practice extensive reading with original English texts
Readers interested in Golden Age science fiction style and the history of the genre
Readers looking for a short adventure novel for bedtime or commuting

Not a good fit for

Readers expecting hard science fiction technical detail and rigorous worldbuilding
Readers who prefer complex contemporary science fiction narratives and character depth
Readers who need a Chinese translation or bilingual edition

Reading tips

Read through once to grasp the adventure主线, then read again to notice character dialogue and period language.
Skip unfamiliar science fiction terms at first and look them up after finishing a chapter to keep the reading rhythm.
Learn about the background of mid-twentieth-century Anglo-American juvenile science fiction to better understand the book's place.
Adjust font size and line spacing on an e-reader; plain-text public-domain formatting benefits from comfortable display settings.

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Project Gutenberg United States · Founded in 1971

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FAQ

Is this book for adults or young readers?

The metadata classifies it as juvenile literature; the story centers on adolescent protagonists and adventure missions, and the overall tone suits young readers, though adults can also enjoy it as light reading in classic science fiction.

What English level is needed to read the original?

It is a narrative work for young readers with relatively direct vocabulary and sentence structures; intermediate English reading ability is enough to try it, and a dictionary helps with period expressions.

Is this the complete novel or an excerpt?

It is a complete public-domain eBook released by Project Gutenberg. The specific chapters depend on the eBook file; it is not a summary or excerpt.

What edition issues should I watch for when reading?

Public-domain eBooks are plain-text formatted and may lack the binding and annotations of print editions; reading on an e-reader is recommended, and the actual content in the file should be taken as authoritative.

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About the author

E. Everett Evans Author · American · 1893–1958

E. Everett Evans (1893–1958) was an American science fiction writer born in Michigan. In his early years he was active in science fiction fandom and moved among people who later became well-known writers in the field, an experience that gave him a firsthand understanding of readers' tastes and of fan culture. He began publishing in the late 1940s; his career was not long, yet he left several distinctive novels, including The Planet Mappers, Man of Many Minds and Alien Minds, as well as The Masters of Space, co-written with E. E. Smith. His work often centers on interstellar exploration, telepathy and extraordinary minds, with bold imagination, brisk narration and the optimistic temper of Golden Age science fiction. The Big Heart Award, named in his honor, is given to outstanding science fiction fans, a sign of his influence within fan culture. Public information about him is limited, and the details of his life and the full range of his work remain to be clarified.