D-99: A Science Fiction Novel

by H. B. Fyfe

Overview

Five citizens of Terra were being held on other worlds -- and the ultra-secret Department 99 existed only to set them, and others like them, free. Chapters alternate between stories of five Terrans being held by the authorities on alien planets and the efforts of a secret Terran government department to come up with plans to free them. In the midst of the planning and problems, a huge power outage causes even more trouble for D-99 as they struggle to keep the trouble from a problematic agent whose previous sufferings cause him to have severe claustrophobia and to react violently from it.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9783968651293
Publisher:	Otbebookpublishing
Publication date:	04/14/2020
Series:	Classics To Go
Sold by:	Bookwire
Format:	eBook
Pages:	141
File size:	461 KB

About the Author

H. B. Fyfe, born Horace Browne Fyfe on September 26, 1918, in Jersey City, New Jersey, was a prolific American science fiction writer whose works left an indelible mark on the genre during the mid-20th century. Fyfe's career began in the 1940s, a golden age for science fiction, and he quickly became known for his meticulous attention to scientific detail and imaginative storytelling.Fyfe's stories often explored themes of isolation, the ethics of technological advancement, and the complexities of human and alien interactions. His ability to weave intricate plots with thought-provoking philosophical questions garnered him a dedicated readership. Fyfe's writing was not without controversy; his unflinching portrayal of humanity's darker impulses and the potential perils of unchecked technological progress sparked debates among his contemporaries and readers alike.Despite not achieving the same level of fame as some of his peers, Fyfe's influence on contemporary writers is undeniable. His works inspired a generation of authors to consider the moral and ethical dimensions of science fiction, paving the way for more nuanced and sophisticated narratives in the genre. Fyfe was also a champion of the idea that science fiction could serve as a mirror to society, reflecting its triumphs and failures.Fyfe's legacy endures through his contributions to various science fiction magazines and anthologies, where his innovative ideas and compelling storytelling continue to captivate and challenge readers. His work remains a testament to the power of speculative fiction to explore the human condition and the boundless possibilities of the future.
(1918-1997) US author whose first sf story, "Locked Out", appeared in Astounding in February 1940, but who became fully active, mainly with further stories in Astounding though with appearances in most other SF Magazines, only after army service in World War Two. By 1967, when he became inactive, he had published nearly 60 stories.