This sequel to The Stars Are Ours! was first published in 1957 by the World Publishing Company. It continues the tale of the humans who escaped an anti-intellectual Earth and founded a colony on Astra, a planet across the galaxy. Astra has a vibrant, intelligent species, as well as the ruins of a much older civilization.Norton weaves two stories together by alternating points of view with each chapter. We follow a 4th generation colonist, as well as a mechanic-pilot newly arrived on Astra as a member of a research mission from a recently revived Earth.Each is on a journey of discovery, and they find themselves allied with opposing sides of an ongoing war between two intelligent, indigenous species.Perfect for readers who love classic golden age science fiction with rich world-building and compelling alien encounters! Norton masterfully weaves together dual narratives that explore both the wonder and challenges of humanity's place among the stars, creating an unforgettable tale of colonization, discovery, and the bonds that unite different species across the galaxy.
