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The Red Dust

By Murray Leinster

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a world teeming with colossal insects and toxic fungi, a courageous hero must lead his tribe against a deadly, spore-filled threat to ensure their survival.

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2012-12-09
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Summary

"The Red Dust" by Murray Leinster is a science fiction adventure set in a far-off future, continuing the saga from "The Mad Planet," where humanity’s survival hinges on wit and courage amidst gigantic insects and dangerous fungi. Burl, a brave yet inexperienced leader adored by his tribe, comes back with the glory of taking down a massive spider. But, a new menace arises in the form of the ominous Red Dust, a lethal spore released by red mushrooms and Burl, guided by bravery and his feelings for Saya, guides his people through a landscape filled with familiar and new dangers, in a gripping tale of resilience and the struggle to overcome extraordinary challenges.

About the Author

Murray Leinster was a pen name of William Fitzgerald Jenkins, an American writer of genre fiction, particularly of science fiction. He wrote and published more than 1,500 short stories and articles, 14 movie scripts, and hundreds of radio scripts and television plays.

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