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A review by clanhay
A Martian Odyssey by Stanley G. Weinbaum
2.0
This short story is a glimpse into the imagination of a science fiction writer in the 1930’s. To say the ideas are dated would be quite an understatement.
Here are a few points that got my attention.
The humans had to undergo months of acclimating so they could breathe easily in the Martian atmosphere.
Watches are analog.
Their weapons were either revolvers or pistols.
The airplane like flying craft used a continuous controlled nuclear blast to create lift but was maneuvered by a motor that was difficult to start.
There are many more of these but I can’t remember them now. It’s a fun short read, so check it out if you enjoy classic scifi and see how many quirks you can find.
Here are a few points that got my attention.
The humans had to undergo months of acclimating so they could breathe easily in the Martian atmosphere.
Watches are analog.
Their weapons were either revolvers or pistols.
The airplane like flying craft used a continuous controlled nuclear blast to create lift but was maneuvered by a motor that was difficult to start.
There are many more of these but I can’t remember them now. It’s a fun short read, so check it out if you enjoy classic scifi and see how many quirks you can find.