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Stop Look and Dig: Journey to Mars: A Futuristic Exploration of Space and Technology
George O. Smith's 'Stop Look and Dig' is a gripping science fiction novel that delves into the exploration of Mars through the eyes of a dedicated team of scientists and engineers. Written in a clear and engaging style, Smith presents a futuristic world filled with advanced technology and the challenges of interplanetary travel. The book is a perfect example of Golden Age science fiction, with its focus on scientific accuracy and optimistic view of the future. Smith's attention to detail and world-building skills make 'Stop Look and Dig' a captivating read for fans of the genre. The story is filled with suspense, adventure, and thought-provoking ideas about humanity's place in the universe. George O. Smith, a prolific writer in the science fiction genre, wrote 'Stop Look and Dig' as a reflection of his fascination with space exploration and the possibilities of future technologies. His background in engineering brings a sense of authenticity to the technical aspects of the story, making it both entertaining and informative for readers interested in science and technology. I highly recommend 'Stop Look and Dig' to anyone who enjoys classic science fiction that combines adventure with scientific speculation. George O. Smith's imaginative storytelling and attention to detail make this novel a must-read for fans of the genre.
35 pages, Kindle Edition
First published December 25, 2007
About the author
George O. Smith
217 books11 followersGeorge Oliver Smith (April 9, 1911 - May 27, 1981) (also known as Wesley Long) was an American science fiction author. He is not to be confused with George H. Smith, another American science fiction author.
Smith was an active contributor to Astounding Science Fiction during the Golden Age of Science Fiction in the 1940s. His collaboration with the magazine's editor, John W. Campbell, Jr. was interrupted when Campbell's first wife, Doña, left him in 1949 and married Smith.
Smith continued regularly publishing science fiction novels and stories until 1960. His output greatly diminished in the 1960s and 1970s when he had a job that required his undivided attention. He was given the First Fandom Hall of Fame award in 1980.
He was a member of the all-male literary banqueting club the Trap Door Spiders, which served as the basis of Isaac Asimov's fictional group of mystery solvers the Black Widowers.
Smith wrote mainly about outer space, with such works as Operation Interstellar (1950), Lost in Space (1959), and Troubled Star (1957).
He is remembered chiefly for his Venus Equilateral series of short stories about a communications station in outer space. The stories were collected in Venus Equilateral (1947), which was later expanded as The Complete Venus Equilateral (1976).
His novel The Fourth "R" (1959) - re-published as The Brain Machine (1968) - was a digression from his focus on outer space, and provides one of the more interesting examinations of a child prodigy in science fiction.
Smith was an active contributor to Astounding Science Fiction during the Golden Age of Science Fiction in the 1940s. His collaboration with the magazine's editor, John W. Campbell, Jr. was interrupted when Campbell's first wife, Doña, left him in 1949 and married Smith.
Smith continued regularly publishing science fiction novels and stories until 1960. His output greatly diminished in the 1960s and 1970s when he had a job that required his undivided attention. He was given the First Fandom Hall of Fame award in 1980.
He was a member of the all-male literary banqueting club the Trap Door Spiders, which served as the basis of Isaac Asimov's fictional group of mystery solvers the Black Widowers.
Smith wrote mainly about outer space, with such works as Operation Interstellar (1950), Lost in Space (1959), and Troubled Star (1957).
He is remembered chiefly for his Venus Equilateral series of short stories about a communications station in outer space. The stories were collected in Venus Equilateral (1947), which was later expanded as The Complete Venus Equilateral (1976).
His novel The Fourth "R" (1959) - re-published as The Brain Machine (1968) - was a digression from his focus on outer space, and provides one of the more interesting examinations of a child prodigy in science fiction.
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January 6, 2014
Haste seldom pays off and this is a prime example. This short story is written by George O. Smith in spite of what appears on the Goodreads listing. This short story is also a very strange story of love, deceit and passion. This story may not be for everyone but it will certainly speak to a chosen few.
February 12, 2021
A telepathic private detective cracks a case - If not for the mild SF angle this would be a straight Raymond Chandler style crime drama, but it runs at a great pace with a nasty torture scene involving a handful of gunpowder and a lit cigarette.
February 26, 2023
Ultra short story done in pulp detective format though with esp and mind skills and ray guns involved. Deception nevertheless is used and the compulsory femme fatale tie it all up.
November 5, 2025
a fun, scifi, short story, loved it!
March 2, 2014
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Stop Look and Dig is presented here in a high quality paperback edition. This popular classic work by George O. (George Oliver) Smith is in the English language, and may not include graphics or images from the original edition. If you enjoy the works of George O. (George Oliver) Smith then we highly recommend this publication for your book collection.
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