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The Man Who Fell to Earth

by Walter Tevis · 1963

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T.J. Newton is an extraterrestrial who goes to Earth on a desperate mission of mercy. But instead of aid, Newton discovers loneliness and despair that ultimately ends in tragedy.

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Themes
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Setting
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Audience
adult
Length
medium · 209 pages

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