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Books Front Lines and Frontiers Pulp Fiction at Its Pulpiest: Invaders from Rigel by Fletcher Pratt This alien invasion tale has everything but the kitchen sink… By Alan Brown | Published on May 27, 2025 Comment 0 Share New Share In this bi-weekly series reviewing classic science fiction and fantasy books, Alan Brown looks at the front lines and frontiers of the field; books about soldiers and spacers, scientists and engineers, explorers and adventurers. Stories full of what Shakespeare used to refer to as “alarums and excursions”: battles, chases, clashes, and the stuff of excitement. One of the first science fiction books for adults I ever read turned out to be not so “grown-up” after all. Invaders from Rigel was a typical tale from the days of the old pulp magazines—full of adventure, and moving at a breakneck pace, but also full of improbable occurrences, implausible science, and stiff characters (and not just because some of them were made of metal). There was no lack of action and ideas, including people turned into robots, intelligent alien elephants, sinister underground lairs, massive battles, and all manner of strange weapons. Like junk food, the book was full of flavor and calories, but with very little in the way of nutritional value. In my youngest days, I drew my reading material from a number of sources. One was the Scholastic Book Club, when they held book sales at the elementary school. Another was my father’s collection of juvenile books from his youth. And a third source was the local library. But very quickly, I tore through all the reading material that was considered appropriate for my age, and started looking for something more challenging. There was plenty to choose from, because my father subscribed to both Analog and Galaxy science fiction magazines, and bought a lot of books himself. But one of the first books that caught my eye was a paperback called Invaders from Rigel. It was written by Fletcher Pratt, who had written one of my favorite illustrated Civil War history books, and sported a cover that grabbed my young eye, as it was full of pulpy excitement: There was a giant spaceship landing in the background, and green aliens with fishbowl helmets and ray guns. It would be hard for any youngster to resist exciting stuff like that. While Invaders from Rigel is the first alien invasion book I ever read, it is certainly not my favorite. That honor goes to another book I read at a very early age, Sleeping Planet by William Burkett. If you want to read a great book about plucky Earthlings vanquishing alien invaders, that one is definitely worth seeking out. Invaders from Rigel was published in hardback by Avalon Books in 1960, with its first paperback edition, from Airmont Books (the one I read), issued in 1964. In style, it feels like a throwback to the science fiction of the pre-WWII era, which turns out to be the result of the novel being expanded from an earlier tale, “The Onslaught from Rigel,” first published in the magazine Wonder Stories Quarterly in 1932. Published after the author’s death, the novel may be a piece that was found unsold in his papers and manuscripts. About the Author Murray Fletcher Pratt (1897-1956), who wrote under the name Fletcher Pratt, was an American historian, naval wargamer, and writer of science fiction and fantasy. In this column, I have reviewed Pratt’s work before, looking at the fantasy book The Compleat Enchanter, which he cowrote with L. Sprague de Camp, and you can find more biographical information there. That biography is certainly worth a look, as Pratt had a fascinating life. You can find some of Pratt’s work to read for free here on Project Gutenberg, including “The Onslaught from Rigel.” First Impressions Everyone always remembers the first time they did something, and generally remembers it fondly. Your first movie, or first book—these experiences linger in your mind. And like a little duck searching for its mother, you imprint on those events, and judge additional experiences in relationship to them. Having Invaders from Rigel as my first grown-up science fiction adventure certainly left me with an interesting yardstick with which to measure future reading. It had everything except the kitchen sink crammed between its pages. There was a planetary cataclysm, some people turned into robots, others whose blood iron was replaced by cobalt, mysterious energy sources, creepy aliens, mountain lairs, giant battles, wild inventions, and even a little romance. The style was lurid, the plot galloped along, and the events were improbable. But as I read more widely, I realized that while I had a lot of fun reading Invaders from Rigel, it was far from good. I began to see the value in more realistic characters, in science grounded in reality (or at least the appearance of reality), in plots that built the story in a logical manner, and in more carefully crafted prose. The biggest gift Invaders from Rigel left with me was an ability to suspend my disbelief even when a writer was pushing past the limits of believability. And rather than be disappointed that nothing would ever be as good as my first adult book, I had nowhere to go but up! Invaders from Rigel Murray Lee awakens in his New York penthouse apartment to find that he has been turned into a clockwork man of metal, with hair the consistency of steel wool. His roommate, Ben Ruby, has awakened before him, and discovered that if they drink anything, it should be lubricating oil, and that connecting one leg and the opposite arm to a battery serves as a meal that leaves them “recharged” and refreshed. They believe their condition is the result of a radioactive comet that was heading toward the Earth. The city beneath them is silent, and they discover that most of its inhabitants have been turned into immobile statues. They encounter a woman, Gloria Rutherford, who had been staying in the top floor of a hotel, whose throat is sore with rust from having tried a drink of water. To attract the attention of other survivors, they decide to torch the old Metropolitan Opera House (a building that in real life had deteriorated and become kind of an eyesore). They end up finding just over a dozen people who survived the transition to their new metallic form. Because altitude and fresh air seemed to be linked to successful conversion, the survivors are generally from the top floors of buildings: the very rich or their servants. This tends to emphasize the class differences of the time, and the portrayal of one Japanese servant in particular is gratingly offensive. One of the other survivors is a professional dancer named Marta Lami, who responds to these strange events with good humor. They also find the city plagued by strange and malevolent giant birds with two sets of wings (forward wings that provide lift, and rear wings that beat to propel the beasts). So the survivors arm themselves for protection. The survivors elect Ben as their leader, but two rich men rebel at being told what to do, lure Marta into a car under false pretenses, and head upstate. They encounter more of the malevolent birds, and decide to visit West Point to see if there are any survivors at the military academy who might be able to protect them. But all they can find is one poor soul that has been animated to the point where they are conscious, but barely able to move, a horrifying situation. Marta realizes she has been duped, but at this point they are attacked by the birds again. Back in New York, the rest of the survivors find themselves in a running battle with the birds, who seem to be intelligent, and who have started dropping powerful incendiary bombs. So the survivors try to commandeer a destroyer, USS Ward, in the hope its anti-aircraft guns can defend them. But the birds are too much for them, and the destroyer is damaged beyond repair. They radio for help, and to their surprise, an Australian destroyer, Brisbane, comes to their defense. But when the Australians come aboard, the New Yorkers find that their skin is blue, as the effects of the comet in the Southern Hemisphere have replaced people’s blood iron with cobalt (try not to think too hard about this, as from a chemical standpoint, it doesn’t make much sense). But while the Americans find the blue Australians strange, the Australians find the metal Americans beyond comprehension. The Australians call the birds dodos, and that name sticks. A glowing message appears over the city, “SOFT MEN EXIT. HARD MEN ARE WORKERS BELONGING. MUST RETURN. THIS MEANS YOU.” And then, “WARNING. FLY AWAY ACURSED PLACE.” It is a sign that either the birds are intelligent, or they have intelligent masters, and that there is a method to the activities of these alien invaders. Ben and an Australian pilot take a plane to do some reconnaissance, and find a mysterious installation in the Catskills, but are driven away by a mysterious ray gun and a squadron of dodos. There is a break in the action, during which the forces of humanity decide to take on the invaders, and the survivors from New York are pressed into service as a tank force that lands in New Jersey, their metal form making them ideal for the role. Murray and Ben are leaders of this force, and Gloria proves to be a crack shot. But while the human forces make some initial gains, they are soon faced with alien energy weapons and impenetrable tanks that send them retreating. And at this point, about halfway through the book, a metal man, Lieutenant Herbert Sherman, late of the US Army Air Force, shows up not only to turn the conflict around, but also to upend the narrative. At this point, the original characters are nearly forgotten, and Sherman becomes the main protagonist of the book. Sherman had been flying around the Northeast, trying to find survivors, when he was shot down and captured by the invaders. He was taken to their underground fortress in the Catskills, where he found the invaders were slender elephant-like creatures who called themselves the Lassans. Sherman helped them learn English, thinking communication could only help the situation. He found himself manipulated by force fields that controlled his body and tortured him. He was surrounded by metallic ape-men, who were controlled by the Lassans with electronic helmets connected to their minions by long cables (there was no Wi-Fi in their toolkits, apparently). He encountered Marta, one of the original New York survivors, and the two of them developed a mutual affection and respect. They tried to escape, but only he was successful, and he vowed to return to free her. With Sherman’s knowledge of the invaders and their technology, the humans begin to implement new countermeasures and offensive weapons, and there is soon a technological arms race, where new devices are fielded at a breakneck pace. The tale starts to feel like an E.E. “Doc” Smith adventure, with the protagonists spinning out one invention after another. And these devices are quite improbable, which illustrates an important point—sometimes it is better for science fiction authors not to share their notes and explain too much, as a little mystery can tend to make advanced technology more believable. An improbable explanation is sometimes not as good as no explanation at all. And having ordinary people dream these things up, and building prototypes in a workshop within a few hours or days, is quite a stretch. The battle between humans and aliens seesaws back and forth for a few chapters, and while I won’t share all the details, it is no surprise that the plucky humans come out on top. The metal people are restored to their original fleshy forms by exposure to emanations from a mysterious substance from the center of the earth (again, the less you ponder some of these developments, the better). In the end, friends are reunited, and true love prevails. Final Thoughts Invaders from Rigel is pulp fiction at its pulpiest, and not without its flaws. Its expansion from novelette to novel is far from seamless, as some of the material from the 1932 original tale was not even updated when the expanded story was released in 1960. The switching of viewpoint protagonists from Murray Lee in the beginning to Herbert Sherman in the second half is jarring. But while the gender and class differences displayed in the story are sometimes offensive, some of the female characters, especially Gloria and Marta, have quite a bit of agency, and prove themselves to be equal to, if not better than, some of the men. The invaders are a bit weird, but Pratt deserves some credit for trying to portray aliens that are truly different from the humans. In the end, despite the flaws, the relentless energy of the tale carries the day, and keeps the reader engaged. I now look forward to your feedback. If you’ve read Invaders from Rigel, I’d be interested in your impressions. And I’d enjoy hearing about any other tales of alien invasion you’ve enjoyed![end-mark] The post Pulp Fiction at Its Pulpiest: Invaders from Rigel by Fletcher Pratt appeared first on Reactor.

This month, businessman-turned-Secretary of the Navy John Phelan testified before the House Appropriations Committee. The testimony—which also included Acting Chief of Naval Operations Admiral James W. Kilby and Commandant of the Marine Corps General Eric. M. Smith—reinforced key policy agendas aimed at cutting waste, increasing naval procurement, and promoting the “warrior culture” Trump’s administration has pursued under Secretary Hegseth and Elon Musk’s DOGE. Phelan’s business-oriented mindset makes him well-suited to rid the Defense Department of both ineffectual spending and counterproductive DEI initiatives—which do nothing to enhance America’s security. In his testimony, he highlighted the need to rid the Navy of bureaucratic waste as part of a larger policy of rebuilding, reforming, and refocusing America’s navy towards what matters: “readiness, accountability, and deterrence.” This refocused approach is especially necessary given the increasing dominance of China’s shipbuilding industry, which constitutes a major security concern. Today, China fields the largest navy in the world, and while the US still has technologically superior ships, quantity has a quality all its own. History provides numerous examples of the battlefield advantages of a larger number of relatively less advanced technologies. If the U.S. hopes to deter Chinese aggression, it must increase its ship production—a tall order that will take years to accomplish. Today, our navy has less than 300 ships—compared to over 400 modern Chinese warships. For years, The Heritage Foundation has recommended addressing China’s threat by building out the navy’s fleet to include at least 400 ships. Balancing shipyard and budgetary realities, naval leaders have set a goal of 381 warships achieved by 2052—an aim that will require revitalizing America’s shipbuilding industry. President Donald Trump has already sought to do this via his April 9th executive order aimed at restoring America’s maritime dominance. In that order, he highlighted the need to improve procurement and government efficiency, create shipbuilding financial incentive programs, and engage allies and partners to align trade policies. Phelan’s testimony echoed this executive order, describing the rebuilding of the US’ shipbuilding industry as a “top priority.” Specifically, the secretary emphasized partnership with the private sector, pointing to a desire “to pursue a more balanced and shared risk philosophy with our private sector partners.” Adopting a business-oriented approach, Phelan expressed his desire for the ships to be built on time and without delays, commenting, “We’re not writing checks for promises—we’re demanding results.” These are bold words, and they express the bureaucratic overhaul that Trump has continually pursued to reindustrialize America’s defense base. Such initiatives are critical if the U.S. hopes to remain secure and prevent war with China. Our lack of industrial capability has presented itself as a national security threat, and, if left unaddressed, the Defense Department’s overly bureaucratic structure will delay the production and procurement of new ships. To fix this, the Navy will need to adopt an increased partnership with the private sector to increase ship procurement—a partnership that will require the U.S. government to play an active role in promoting production. The private sector is skilled at effectively running industry, but it ultimately reacts to the market signals being sent by the government. If reforms and investments aren’t matched with a strong demand signal in the form of increased ship orders, they won’t have their intended effect. The Heritage Foundation has put forward multiple policy proposals aimed at increasing defense industrial output—e.g., adopting output capacity-based grants, expanding the use of multi-year contracts, implementing full and immediate expensing for all capital investments, and increasing demand signal via block buys of warships. All in all, Secretary Phelan is right to call for increased accountability in the Defense Department: that’s necessary to reindustrialize America’s defense industrial base. But ultimately, if the Navy and Congress want more ships, they’ll need to order more ships. The post Phelan: “The Era of Excuses and No Accountability Is Over” appeared first on The Daily Signal.

If you're tired of censorship and dystopian threats against civil liberties, subscribe to Reclaim The Net. Rumble, a video-sharing and cloud services company known for its commitment to free expression, has launched a strategic partnership with TRON DAO, a blockchain-based decentralized autonomous organization. While this might sound like a niche collaboration in the tech world, its significance is far-reaching, especially in the ongoing battle to wrest control of the internet away from corporate and political gatekeepers. TRON is a blockchain protocol designed to support decentralized applications (dApps), apps that run without centralized control and often without any single party having the ability to censor or manipulate them. It also operates a decentralized file storage system and its own cryptocurrency, and it has long promoted the idea that the internet should be owned and governed by its users, not a handful of massive tech companies. One of TRON’s core missions is to create a truly open internet, one that is resistant to censorship and monopolistic control. At its foundation is a belief in distributed power: where the infrastructure behind online services isn’t vulnerable to a single point of failure or pressure from governments, financial institutions, or media conglomerates. This is where Rumble Cloud enters the equation. By integrating with TRON DAO, Rumble is providing the physical infrastructure, servers, storage, and compute power; necessary to support a decentralized network at scale. These services are critical because even the most open and censorship-resistant blockchain network needs reliable hosting to run nodes, store data, and keep applications online and accessible to users around the world. Unlike traditional cloud giants, Rumble Cloud is intentionally designed to avoid the pitfalls that come with hyperscaler dominance: pricing manipulation, vendor lock-in, and politically motivated de-platforming. It offers a comprehensive suite of tools, such as virtual machines, Kubernetes orchestration, and block and object storage, that allow decentralized projects to operate efficiently without sacrificing their core values. “Blockchain and cryptocurrency represent the decentralized internet that promises the freedom to be innovative, and that is exactly compatible with Rumble’s mission to promote and protect free expression,” said Chris Pavlovski, Rumble’s founder and CEO. “It’s an honor to be entrusted by TRON, and we look forward to a long relationship.” TRON’s founder, Justin Sun, reinforced this vision. “TRON was built on the belief that the internet should be open, censorship-resistant, and owned by its users,” he said. “Collaborating with Rumble Cloud reinforces that commitment—giving us more freedom to build.” TRON recently reclaimed its status as the leading network for Tether (USDT), the most widely used stablecoin, now handling over 63 percent of global Tether circulation, which exceeds $150 billion. That scale demands robust, secure infrastructure, something Rumble Cloud is uniquely positioned to deliver without compromising on the principles of decentralization and speech freedom. For developers and platforms building on TRON, this partnership means less reliance on centralized hosts that may, at any time, decide what kind of content or data is “acceptable.” It reduces the risk of takedowns, service disruptions, or politically motivated interference, enabling applications to remain resilient and available to users worldwide. If you're tired of censorship and dystopian threats against civil liberties, subscribe to Reclaim The Net. The post Rumble and TRON Partner to Help Power a Censorship-Free Web appeared first on Reclaim The Net.

If you're tired of censorship and dystopian threats against civil liberties, subscribe to Reclaim The Net. Vietnam’s government has moved to restrict access to the Telegram messaging platform, instructing local internet and telecom providers to block the service. The decision is based on accusations that Telegram has not acted to stop what officials label as illegal content and politically sensitive activities conducted by users on its platform. Citing data from the Ministry of Public Security, a government statement claimed that many Telegram channels and groups in Vietnam have been used to circulate so-called “toxic” material. These include allegations of promoting anti-state views, facilitating scams, selling private data, and enabling drug-related offenses. Authorities assert that Telegram has ignored domestic regulations requiring platforms to actively monitor for prohibited content, remove offending material, and prevent its recurrence. The government also argues that Telegram has not registered as a telecommunications business in accordance with Vietnamese law. “Telegram is surprised by these statements,” said a spokesperson for the company. “We received a formal notice from the Authority of Communications regarding a standard service notification procedure required under new telecoms regulations. The deadline for the response is May 27,” they added. This move fits into a broader strategy by the ruling Communist Party to assert control over the online information space. Last year, foreign tech companies operating in Vietnam were ordered to confirm users’ identities and hand them over to authorities on request, a measure widely seen as a way to suppress political speech and dissent. Unlike in China, Vietnamese users still have access to global platforms such as Facebook and YouTube. However, the government frequently cracks down on digital speech it deems hostile to the state. Online users have been jailed for sharing views that challenge or criticize the government. The push to further tighten control over internet content has been escalating. The now-defunct Ministry of Information and Communications had been at the forefront of efforts to limit what it brands as “anti-state” content, advancing policies that undermine free expression under the pretext of protecting national security. If you're tired of censorship and dystopian threats against civil liberties, subscribe to Reclaim The Net. The post Vietnam Orders Telegram Block Over Alleged Anti-State Speech appeared first on Reclaim The Net.

If you're tired of censorship and dystopian threats against civil liberties, subscribe to Reclaim The Net. The Anti-Defamation League’s David Goldenberg is demanding a broad overhaul of how speech is governed on the internet, calling for both government intervention and intensified corporate censorship. In a recent appearance, Goldenberg, who heads the ADL’s Midwest operations, expressed frustration over what he sees as declining efforts by tech firms to suppress online content he deems hateful. Citing Meta’s rollback of its fact-checking team in the United States, he argued that platforms must be forced to take action. “You have a platform like Meta that just gutted its entire fact-checking department…And so what we need to do is we need to apply pressure in a real significant way on tech platforms that they have a responsibility, that they have an absolute responsibility to check and remove hateful speech that is insightful.” Goldenberg advocated not just for voluntary moderation, but for legislative and regulatory measures, both at the federal and state level, that would compel platforms to act as speech enforcers. He pointed to efforts in states like California as examples of where local governments are already testing such models. His concern centers around what he perceives as an ecosystem of radicalization made easily accessible by today’s digital infrastructure. He warned that extremist ideologies no longer require obscure forums or dark web communities to spread. “It used to be you had to fight going into the deep dark web… Now… it’s easier and easier to be exposed in the mainstream,” he said. Framing the online environment as a catalyst for violence, Goldenberg argued that free access to controversial viewpoints must be curtailed. He called for social media companies to take a stronger stance by excluding users whose views fall outside accepted boundaries, adding that regulation should enforce this responsibility. He zeroed in on Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act, a critical piece of legislation that shields platforms from legal liability over user-posted content. “Congress needs to amend Section 230, which provides immunity to tech platforms right now for what happens,” Goldenberg said. He dismissed comparisons between modern platforms and telecommunications companies, referencing past remarks by Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg about how phone providers were not liable for threats made over calls. Goldenberg’s view was blunt: “These tech platforms are not guaranteed under the Constitution. They’re just not.” From his perspective, private companies should be free to “kick people off, to de-platform,” and if they fail to do so voluntarily, they must be pressured or regulated into compliance. He described accountability as a mechanism for shaping behavior, stating, “Accountability is a tool that can be incredibly effective in changing behavior.” The position advanced by Goldenberg reflects a broader effort to blur the line between public authority and private platform control. By demanding that companies mirror the goals of activists and lawmakers, his approach seeks to institutionalize censorship and convert digital platforms into engines of ideological enforcement. But such a vision comes with consequences. By urging the dismantling of legal protections and empowering both governments and corporations to decide which views should be silenced, this framework sets the stage for widespread suppression. What’s framed as protection from harm becomes a template for restricting dissent, and narrowing the range of permissible thought in public discourse. If you're tired of censorship and dystopian threats against civil liberties, subscribe to Reclaim The Net. The post ADL Regional Director Calls for Government-Regulated Online Censorship appeared first on Reclaim The Net.

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A cat left out on the street was taken into a home, where the resident cats helped him learn to trust. Dilly and CalvinGreenpoint CatsDilly was once a bodega cat, but when the store closed, he was forced out of his home. He was later seen seeking refuge under cars and crying at the door of the closed bodega.When two local animal rescuers heard about Dilly, they stepped in to help. They found him cowering under a car, too frightened to enter a carrier, so they set a humane trap and waited patiently until he was safely rescued.Dilly was understandably shaken by the ordeal, but behind those fearful eyes was a gentle soul longing for love. Greenpoint CatsGreenpoint Cats took him in and provided a foster home where he could start socializing and rebuilding his confidence. Dilly showed signs of having been around humans as a kitten, but after being left to fend for himself, he became wary of people."Dilly (short for Dilemma) was probably born inside the bodega but received minimal human attention as he spent more and more time outdoors," Greenpoint Cats shared. Greenpoint CatsHe shied away from being petted and would run off whenever anyone came near. Genevieve, a volunteer with a soft spot for timid cats, opened her heart and her home to Dilly.For a while, his ears stayed flattened back in "airplane mode" whenever he was around people. Greenpoint CatsGenevieve made it her mission to win Dilly over. Noticing his love for food, she hoped it would be the key to his heart. Though still very shy, Dilly would watch his foster mom from a distance, especially around feeding time.He would ask for seconds, even if he had just eaten an hour before. "He won't let me touch him, but he clearly likes me or at least my food," Genevieve shared. Greenpoint CatsMeanwhile, Genevieve noticed something remarkable in the way Dilly responded to her resident cats, especially Calvin.Dilly lit up at the sight of his feline friends. His tail rose, and his whiskers relaxed. He approached them with the gentlest snuggles, leaning in with lovey eyes as if seeking affection in return. Greenpoint CatsCalvin welcomed Dilly with open paws, letting him share his space and curl up beside him for naps. Dilly melted into Calvin when he groomed him, finding comfort in his new friend. With the help of the resident cats, Dilly slowly learned to trust.Finally, for the first time, Dilly accepted petting from his foster mom, but only while he was eating. Greenpoint CatsSeeing the other cats interact with Genevieve reassured Dilly that she meant well. With Calvin by his side, he constantly sought out snuggles and gradually lowered his guard around his foster mom.At one point, feeling completely relaxed, he rolled onto his back, subtly inviting his foster mom to give him a gentle pet. Greenpoint CatsHe scooted closer to Genevieve, his back wide open. But as soon as she snuck in a few pets, he pulled away in surprise, looking at her with wide eyes. He didn't run away this time, showing real progress.Dilly loves his toys and plays until he tires out, then joins his feline pals for a group nap. Greenpoint Cats"Thanks to a patient foster (and two friendly resident cats), Dilly is learning that people aren't (usually) so bad. We need more fosters who are willing to work with shy cats and kittens. It is a hugely rewarding experience and can truly save a life," Greenpoint Cats addedRecently, Dilly decided to let his foster mom pet him without needing a food bribe, and he even began to enjoy it. Greenpoint CatsDilly has come a long way since being rescued. From the moment he arrived, Genevieve recognized the gentle soul behind his shy exterior and knew he'd warm up to her someday.Now, he's learning to enjoy being petted. He even purrs and slow-blinks affectionately at his foster mom. Greenpoint CatsShare this story with your friends. More on Dilly on Instagram@itsthedailydilly and Greenpoint Cats @greenpoint_cats.Related story: They Give Two Kittens Home But Then Realize There's One More and Return to Complete the Trio

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