{"product_id":"orphans-of-the-sky","title":"Orphans of the Sky","description":"\u003cp\u003eProduct DescriptionThe Robert H. Heinlein novella Universe was published in the May 1941 issue of Astounding Science Fiction. Sequel novella Common Sense was published in ASF in October of the same year. Both were slightly modified by the author and published together as Orphans of the Sky in 1963.This science fiction classic became a paradigm for many sf plots to follow. An interstellar ship drifting aimlessly through space is peopled by inhabitants who have forgotten its history. The ship is their universe as they farm, raise families, and battle the mutants that inhabit the ships upper levels. Can young Hugh Hoyland unravel the ships mysteries and convince its inhabitants of his discoveries? Heinlein adroitly explores issues of morality and the folly of blind loyalty while delivering an actionpacked story full of believable characters.From Library JournalHeinleins 1951 novel offers a ship drifting through the currents of space as a microcosm of society, complete with class struggles, politics (including war between inhabitants of different decks), and love and family. Protagonist Hugh Hoyland fights to understand it all and to bring unity to the crew. Stealth titles are available directly at www.stealthpress.com.Copyright 2001 Reed Business Information, Inc.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brand: Stealth Pr","offers":[{"title":"Heinlein, Robert \/ hardcover","offer_id":47834901676277,"sku":"SONG1588810070","price":126.16,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/5804\/8501\/files\/415VM38AGAL.jpg?v=1773670040","url":"https:\/\/ergodebooks.com\/products\/orphans-of-the-sky","provider":"Ergodebooks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}