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Show Business

Boyd Ellanby

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Show Business

Boyd Ellanby

Science Fiction, Fiction, Science

Show Business is a science fiction short story by Boyd Ellanby, written in the early 1950s. Set on the Moon and Mars, it humorously explores interplanetary entertainment through the eyes of a Venusian named Dworken and his outrageous venture with Martian performers. The story contrasts the mundane lives of space travelers with the vibrant and absurd world of show business, showcasing Ellanby's unique take on the genre.

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A science fiction short story written in the early 1950s. Set on the Moon and Mars, the narrative humorously explores th...

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Boyd Ellanby wrote this popular book that continues to be widely read today despite its age.

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