Teen-age Super Science Stories

"Teen-age Super Science Stories" by Richard M. Elam, Jr. blends action-packed science fiction with relatable adolescent experiences. Within this collection, young protagonists confront extraordinary problems and take part in thrilling missions in outer space. Specifically, the opening story introduces Cadet Marshall Farnsworth as he prepares to become the first human in space. The story captures both the thrill of the upcoming trip and the young cadet's concerns as he deals with high-pressure astronaut training and regular teenage worries, setting the stage for high-stakes space travel and adventures far beyond Earth.