The Star Beast by Robert A. Heinlein
In this science fiction novel, a young boy named John Thomas Stuart XI discovers that his pet Lummox, an alien creature inherited from his great-grandfather, is far more than it seems. As Lummox grows to an enormous size and begins causing chaos in their town, it attracts the attention of both the government and extraterrestrial beings. The story unfolds with themes of friendship, responsibility, and the complexities of interstellar diplomacy, as John and his friend Betty work to protect Lummox and uncover its true origins, ultimately leading to a resolution that challenges human understanding of alien life and coexistence.
- Published
- 1954
- Nationality
- American
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- Pages
- 250-300
- Original Language
- English
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