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C. S. Lewis

Out of the Silent Planet

C. S. LewisFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1938

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C. S. Lewis

Out of the Silent Planet

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1938
Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mars • Future

Publication Year

1938

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

Lexile Level

1020L

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Super Short Summary

Dr. Elwin Ransom, a linguistics professor from Cambridge, is abducted by two men, Weston and Devine, and taken to the planet Malacandra (Mars), where he escapes and discovers a peaceful, intelligent alien race and their spiritual beliefs. As he learns about their culture and the reasons behind Earth's isolation, Ransom confronts his own humanity and eventually returns to Earth to share his transformative experience.

Fantastical

Adventurous

Mysterious

Contemplative

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

4.2

102,113 ratings

70%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Out of the Silent Planet by C. S. Lewis is commended for its imaginative world-building and philosophical depth. Readers appreciate its exploration of morality and human nature set against an otherworldly backdrop. However, some critique the pacing and dense prose. Overall, it remains a thought-provoking classic in science fiction literature.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Out of the Silent Planet?

Readers who enjoy a blend of science fiction and philosophical exploration akin to H.G. Wells' The War of the Worlds or J.R.R. Tolkien's realms will find C.S. Lewis' Out of the Silent Planet captivating. It appeals to those intrigued by interplanetary adventures laced with deep moral and theological reflections.

4.2

102,113 ratings

70%

Loved it

22%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

160

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Mars • Future

Publication Year

1938

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

13+ years

Lexile Level

1020L

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