Thursday, September 29, 2016

Classic And Interesting Alien Encounter Novel

By Brian Robinson


Books on extraterrestrial invasion always involve war with people. It is impossible to find an alien encounter novel where birds fight other birds or wild animals, for instance. The stories revolve about classic invasion, astronauts encountering strangers in space or retaliatory attacks. There is always a story of enslavement or attempts to enslave humanity. Consider some of the highest rated novels below.

Enders Game is the work of Scott Orson and hit the shelves in 1985. When the book was being released, most people knew very little about space compared to what is known today. The classic sci-fi release remains popular today because of the violent encounters and heroism by the children involved. The children are attacked when training at a space station. It has won both the Nebula and Hugo awards.

1959 saw the release of Starship Troopers which is captivating to-date. The author needed to respond when his critics bayed for his blood because of his views on nuclear testing at the time. Heinlein did not know that an innocent yet creative response would become a sci-fi classic. The book helped to quell attacks because of his stand.

Childhood Ends is said to have emanated from events in London during the Second World War where blimps dominated the London skies. It tells a story of friendly invasion where some Overlords took over the world, resolved all conflicts and established a single government. They fell out with humanity because of operating from their space ships and failing to disclose their origin.

The War of Worlds sits pretty on top of the pile of pioneer foreign invasion books. It is sometimes regarded as a scientific fiction novel. Written in 1898, the author finds it painful and eccentric to destroy his neighborhood. He, however seems to enjoy this. In a letter to his friend, obliterating his neighborhood is a very satisfying exercise. It is a thriller despite being centuries old.

The Mote in Gods Eye falls into the futuristic category despite its release in 1974. The author envisions a 3016 where The Second Empire of Man has conquered the world. Man shuttles between thousands of stars under his watch at supersonic speed using Anderson Drive. There is no fear about extraterrestrial invasion until one of his ships returns with a dead alien. He has to send an expedition to find out more about this life. The reader will enjoy the search.

Spin has won the hearts of many readers. This warm reception is understandable because it incorporates the latest discoveries in science. The opening scene features a boy fascinated by a passing star. Interest in the sun and moon are gone, but there are tides to think about. This is the most delicate premise an author can begin writing. However, the delivery by Robert Wilson in this book released 2006 is intriguing.

The Day of Triffids is the 1951 work of Wyndham John. It remains an outstanding title among the post-apocalyptic titles. A large part of the world population goes blind after a comet shower. The responsibility to run the world now rests with the few who can still see. They also have triffids, some mobile and carnivorous weeds, to fight.




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