Planet Out of the Past

by James Lincoln Collier

Searching for the lost leader of their expedition, three young people explore a strange planet and learn about survival, themselves, primitive man, and what it means to be human

162 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1983

About the author

James Lincoln Collier (born June 27, 1928) is a journalist, author, and professional musician.

Collier's notable literary works include My Brother Sam Is Dead (1974), a Newbery Honor book that was also named a Notable Children's Book by the American Library Association and nominated for a National Book Award in 1975. He also wrote a children's book titled The Empty Mirror (2004), The Teddy Bear Habit (1967), about an insecure boy whose beatnik guitar teacher turns out to be a crook, and Rich and Famous (1975), sequel to The Teddy Bear Habit. His list of children's books also includes Chipper (2001), about a young boy in a gang. His writings for adults include numerous books on jazz, including biographies of Louis Armstrong, Benny Goodman and Duke Ellington. He has also contributed entries on jazz-related subjects to the Grove Dictionary of Music and Musicians.

In addition to his writing, Collier is an accomplished jazz musician who plays the trombone professionally.

Reviews

[CaeleighL · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really loved Planet Out of the Past by James Lincoln Collier because he created a really interesting storyline and described everything really well. I recommend this book to all ages and to anyone who enjoys or is interested in history, science or archeology.

[AudioBookReviewer · Rating 3 out of 5]

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