The Star Beast
Satirical political masterclass
Narrative Synopsis
Johnny Stuart inherits Lummox, a massive, multi-legged, iron-eating alien pet brought back from deep space eight generations ago by an explorer ancestor. When Lummox grows out of control and eats a greenhouse, city officials attempt to destroy him, only for a colossal extraterrestrial dreadnought to arrive demanding the return of their lost royal heir.
Diplomacy is the art of letting someone else have your way.
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Historical & Editorial Context
Celebrated for the character of Mr. Kiku, an African diplomat who calmly manages interplanetary catastrophes while running circles around political posturing.