West of the sun

By Edgar Pangborn

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

On a vibrant, perilous planet, a group of humans confronts strange new life forms, grappling with their own inner demons while seeking companionship.

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Science Fiction Literature Science-Fiction & Fantasy

Released

2012-04-29

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Summary

"West of the Sun" by Edgar Pangborn is a science fiction story set in a future where humans venture to Lucifer, a planet bursting with life and danger. The story follows six humans, including Dr. Christopher Wright, an anthropologist whose faith in humanity is put to the test. As the spaceship "Argo" prepares to land on Lucifer in 2056 A.D., the crew, including Paul Mason, Dorothy Leeds, and Sears Oliphant, are introduced. The crew are faced with their personal struggles. They must face life in a new world. This sets the stage for understanding humanity's potential for connection and clashes in a chaotic and dangerous landscape.