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Fifth planet by Fred and Geoffrey Hoyle 1965 Penguin science fiction

Fifth planet by Fred and Geoffrey Hoyle 1965 Penguin science fiction

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Publication Year: 1965

Type: Novel

Format: Paperback

Language: English

Book Title: Fifth planet

Author: Fred Hoyle,Geoffrey Hoyle

Narrative Type: Fiction

Publisher: Penguin

Genre: Science Fiction

Original Language: English

Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom

Intended Audience: Young Adults,Adults

Fifth planet by Fred and Geoffrey Hoyle 1965 Penguin science fiction

Another star is due to pass close to the sun, close enough for conventional spacecraft to reach it. The first planets observed are four gas-giants, but then an inner 'Fifth Planet' is found. Signs of chlorophyll are detected, suggesting that it supports life. Rival Soviet and US expeditions are launched to visit it.
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