The Girl from Infinite Smallness by Ray Cummings
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| Author | Cummings, Ray, 1887-1957 |
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| Illustrator | Morey, Leo, 1889-1965 |
| Title | The Girl from Infinite Smallness |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Girl from Infinite Smallness" by Ray Cummings is a science fiction novel written during the early 20th century. The narrative explores a fantastical adventure centered around a young girl from a microcosmic world who finds herself on Earth seeking help against a tyrant threatening her civilization. The book delves into themes of identity, growth, and the intersection of different worlds, all while raising questions about the meaning of size and perspective. The story follows George Carter, a young scientist, who encounters a mysterious girl named Lea, who comes from a diminutive world within an atom. As George learns about Lea's struggles against the evil Taroh, who has harnessed a drug capable of enlarging living beings, he becomes embroiled in a quest to save her people. The plot thickens as George and Lea explore her microcosmic world, confronting terrifying creatures and overcoming challenges together. The narrative culminates in a battle against Taroh, demonstrating courage, sacrifice, and the complexities of love across different worlds. In the end, George's longing for connection leads him to choose a life in Lea's world, leaving his own behind and raising poignant questions about our understanding of existence and relationships. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 61698 |
| Release Date | Mar 29, 2020 |
| Most Recently Updated | Apr 1, 2020 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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