Covid-19 Day 73

Stand By for Mars!
(Tom Corbett, Space Cadet #1)
by Carey Rockwell (1952)

The name Carey Rockwell was a pseudonym used by Grosset & Dunlap. It is unknown who wrote the books, or even if there was only one writer. It is interesting to note, however, that while much of the content was original, a number of scenes and plot points were taken from the television series of the same name.

It’s all very gong-ho. Protect the universe, save the day and uphold the white male institutions. Actually, well written and following all the tropes of military science fiction. The recruits get together and become top of the class, sealing their fate. Then it’s on to adventure on Mars, which appears to have been terra-formed and supporting a human colony.