Thursday, September 29, 2016

Top Classic 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 was likely inspired by events towards the end of World War II. At this time, there were a lot of blimps floating over London. The narrative involves friendly Overlords who help to resolve all conflicts and in the process end all wars on earth. They help to create a single government that rules the entire world. The problem is that they work from their space ships and have refused to reveal their origin. This misunderstanding is what causes conflict.

The War of Worlds is among the oldest novels written about foreign invasion. It sometimes slips into the scientific romance category. The interesting part is how the author enjoys annihilating an entire neighborhood. He seems to enjoy this considering the description he makes to his friend. The words used to refer to the act of obliteration are painful yet eccentric. Though released in 1898, it remains a thriller.

The Mote in Gods Eye is a bit futuristic despite being released in 1974. This book is set in 3016, an era ruled by The Second Empire of Man. Man uses Anderson Drive, a supersonic ship to operate from thousands of stars. It is all calm with no worry about extra-terrestrial life until a ship on mission comes back with the body of a dead alien. This is the beginning of an interesting expedition that is fascinating to readers.

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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