Galactic Patrol

Name: Galactic Patrol
Author: E. E. Smith

By E. E. Smith

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The story follows candidates inducted into an interstellar law-enforcement agency through a ritual that fits each with a telepathic device known as the Lens, marking them as officers. After training and initiation the newly minted officers engage in investigations, political maneuvering, and escalating ship-to-ship engagements as they pursue a covert, powerful adversary threatening multiple worlds. Action alternates with procedural scenes of patrol life, technological set pieces, and moral questions about authority, loyalty, and the uses of extraordinary power. Serialized episodes are woven into a broad campaign that spans intimate character trials and large-scale interstellar warfare.

About the Author

E. E. Smith

E. E. Smith, often referred to as "Doc" Smith, was an influential American science fiction author known for pioneering the space opera genre. His notable works include the "Lensman" series, which began with "Galactic Patrol" and introduced readers to a universe of interstellar conflict and advanced technology. Smith's writing is characterized by grand narratives, intricate world-building, and a focus on the moral and ethical dilemmas faced by his characters. In addition to the "Lensman" series, he also authored the "Skylark" series, further establishing his legacy in speculative fiction. His contributions have left a lasting impact on the genre, inspiring countless authors and fans alike.