"The Prison of the Stars" by Stanley Mullen is a science fiction tale set in the vast expanse of space, concerning criminals. Wilding, a former criminal ejected into the void, is stranded near a prison asteroid called Alcatraz, a place where the Solar System's worst offenders are held. The narrative focuses on themes of survival, the yearning for freedom, and the stark realities of existence in a harsh and unforgiving cosmos. Driven by desperation, Wilding reflects on his life as he awaits rescue, recalling his formative years on Venus and the events that led him to a life of crime. Once he's saved by his fellow prisoners, he takes command, devising a daring escape plan with the goal of forging a new existence among the stars. Throughout his journey, Wilding must contend with the dangers of prison life, forge alliances with unlikely companions, and confront his own shortcomings and desires.
The Prison of the Stars
By Stanley Mullen
Abandoned in space near a prison asteroid, a former criminal must rally fellow inmates in a risky bid for freedom and a chance at a new life among the stars.
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About the AuthorStanley Mullen was an American artist, short story writer, novelist and publisher. He studied writing at the University of Colorado at Boulder and drawing, painting and lithography at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center where he was accepted as a professional member in 1937. A series of his paintings of Indian ceremonial dances is part of the permanent collection of the Denver Art Museum. Mullen worked as assistant curator of the Colorado State Historical Museum during the 1940s.
Stanley Mullen was an American artist, short story writer, novelist and publisher. He studied writing at the University of Colorado at Boulder and drawing, painting and lithography at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center where he was accepted as a professional member in 1937. A series of his paintings of Indian ceremonial dances is part of the permanent collection of the Denver Art Museum. Mullen worked as assistant curator of the Colorado State Historical Museum during the 1940s.
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