Spillthrough
"Spillthrough" by Daniel F. Galouye is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The story explores the high-stakes world of space travel and the dangers of hyperspace navigation. At its core, the novel delves into themes of survival, betrayal, and the moral dilemmas faced by individuals in dire situations. The plot follows Brad Conally, the captain of the space freighter SS Fleury, who finds himself in a precarious predicament after his ship suffers critical damage during a hyperjump. As he struggles to maintain control and avoid spilling into normal space—a potentially fatal transition—he faces betrayal from Altman, captain of the Cluster Queen, who aims to salvage not only the valuable cargo from Fleury but also eliminate Brad to cover his tracks. Through a desperate series of maneuvers and clever tactics, Brad uses his knowledge and ingenuity to outsmart Altman in a fight for survival and justice. Ultimately, the narrative culminates in a thrilling resolution that tests the boundaries of morality and resilience in the unforgiving vacuum of space.
Summary written by Project Gutenberg, by machine.
- Language
- English
- On Project Gutenberg since
- 2 June 2010
- Read in the last 30 days
- 587 times at Project Gutenberg
More by Daniel F. Galouye
See all: More by Daniel F. Galouye
More from the shelf “Science Fiction”
See all: More from the shelf “Science Fiction”
The Time Machine
The war of the worlds
Thuvia, maid of Mars
Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea
A Journey to the Centre of the Earth
The Misplaced Battleship
A Honeymoon in Space
The House on the Borderland
Anthem
A princess of Mars
The Mysterious Island
The Lost World
Voyage au Centre de la Terre
Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Seas: An Underwater Tour of the World
Time Crime
The Shunned House
The gods of Mars
Lone Star Planet
The warlord of Mars
