Lensman Galactic Patrol

Galactic Patrol is the novel where the Lensman saga truly ignites-where interstellar adventure gives way to a structured, galaxy-spanning war fought in secret and in plain sight. As humanity takes its first steps into organized interstellar defense, the Galactic Patrol is formed to protect emerging civilizations from threats beyond their understanding. Among its recruits is Kimball Kinnison, a determined and resourceful officer whose courage and intelligence draw the attention of powers operating far above ordinary political authority. When he is selected to wield the Lens-a device granting extraordinary mental abilities-Kinnison is drawn into a conflict far larger than law enforcement or exploration. E. E. "Doc" Smith expands the scope of science fiction dramatically, introducing vast fleets, advanced technologies, and enemies whose influence stretches across star systems and centuries. The struggle is no longer between nations, but between opposing forces shaping the future of intelligent life itself. Each mission reveals that the galaxy is already a battlefield-and that victory will require sacrifices no single world could foresee. Galactic Patrol stands as the true beginning of the Lensman epic, establishing the institutions, stakes, and moral framework that will drive the series toward ever greater scale and consequence.Explore other exciting Positronic Books devoted to classic science fiction, fantasy, and mystery.

Pages: 162, Hardcover, Positronic Publishing