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Space Tug
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Dust-jacket from the first edition
Author Murray Leinster
Cover artist Malcolm Smith
Country United States
Language English
Series Joe Kenmore
Genre Young adult science fiction novel
Publisher Shasta Publishers
Publication date
1953
Media type Print (Hardback)
Pages 223
OCLC 6570191
Preceded by Space Platform 
Followed by City on the Moon 

Space Tug is an exciting science fiction novel written by Murray Leinster. It's a book for young adults, meaning it's perfect for readers aged 12-15! Published in 1953, this book is the second adventure in Leinster's popular Joe Kenmore series. Get ready to explore the challenges of managing a space station far above Earth!

The Story of Space Tug

Life on a Space Station

This novel takes readers into the thrilling world of a space station. The story focuses on the many problems and challenges that come with running such a huge and important place in space. Imagine all the things that could go wrong when you're orbiting hundreds of miles above Earth!

Facing Space Challenges

The characters in Space Tug must deal with all sorts of issues. These include making sure the station works properly, handling emergencies, and keeping everyone safe. It's a story packed with action as they try to solve these problems. The book makes you feel like you're right there with them, experiencing the difficulties and dangers of space travel.

About the Book

Part of a Series

Space Tug is the second book in a series about a character named Joe Kenmore. The first book was called Space Platform. If you enjoy Space Tug, you might want to read the other books to follow Joe's adventures from the beginning! The next book in the series is City on the Moon.

What Readers Thought

When Space Tug was first released, people who read it had some interesting thoughts. Many agreed that the book was full of "plenty of excitement" and had "the fastest kind of action." This means the story moves quickly and keeps you on the edge of your seat! Readers also felt that the book had a "feeling of technical authenticity," which means it seemed like the space station and its operations were very real and believable.

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