The Black Star Passes

The Black Star Passes, published in 1953 by John W. Campbell Jr., is a science fiction novel that compiles stories featuring scientist-astronauts Arcot, Wade, and Morey. The narrative follows their confrontations with a menacing sky pirate, advanced alien threats, and the challenges posed by a dark sun. This work marks the beginning of Campbell's influential Arcot, Morey, and Wade series and showcases early themes of space exploration and extraterrestrial encounters, contributing to Campbell's prominence in the genre.