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Space Platform

By Murray Leinster
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The narrative follows a young technician assigned to transport and install delicate pilot gyros for an ambitious orbital platform, and becomes drawn into a campaign of sabotage that threatens the project's launch. As he confronts attempts to wreck the work he has helped build, he forms alliances with other crew members — including a determined foreman and an inventive small-statured colleague — contends with violence and loss, and navigates a developing romantic attachment, all while the team struggles to complete the complex technical and logistical tasks necessary to lift the platform into space.

About the Author

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Murray Leinster

Murray Leinster was an American science fiction writer known for his prolific output and innovative storytelling. With over 60 published works, he contributed significantly to the genre, exploring themes of technology, space exploration, and human experience. His notable works include "A Matter of Importance" and "Creatures of the Abyss," which showcase his ability to blend adventure with thought-provoking concepts. Leinster's writing often reflects a keen interest in the implications of scientific advancements, making him a key figure in early 20th-century speculative fiction. His legacy continues to influence contemporary science fiction authors.

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