Phoenix by Ted White and Marion Zimmer Bradley
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"Phoenix" by Ted White and Marion Zimmer Bradley is a science fiction novel written in the early 1960s. The book explores themes of power, identity, and the nature of reality through the lens of a protagonist who discovers extraordinary abilities. It delves into the psychological and emotional ramifications of wielding such powers, as well as the complexities of human relationships. The story centers around Max, who awakens to find himself endowed with
powerful telekinetic abilities and the capacity to manipulate energy at a fundamental level. This startling discovery occurs in an intense moment involving Fran, a girl who is both close to him and frightened by his powers. As Max struggles to understand his newfound abilities, he grapples with the fear that comes with them, leading to a tumultuous relationship with Fran. Their bond, marked by moments of intimacy and rejection, reveals Max's inner conflict about his powers and the loneliness they bring. In the climactic conclusion, Max's overwhelming capabilities lead him to a harrowing realization about his own identity and worth, culminating in a symbolic act of self-destruction, leaving Fran to float above her bed in a mystifying state. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | White, Ted, 1938- |
|---|---|
| Author | Bradley, Marion Zimmer, 1930-1999 |
| Illustrator | Finlay, Virgil, 1914-1971 |
| Title | Phoenix |
| Original Publication | New York, NY: Ziff-Davis Publishing Company, 1962. |
| Series Title | Produced from Amazing Stories February 1963. |
| Credits | Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 82.4 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Psychic ability -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 72397 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-72397-6 |
| Release Date | Dec 13, 2023 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 509 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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