Even a book like podkayne of mars, which one might quibble is a touch underplotted, is a satisfying read because of the investment in the people. The article says podkayne is injured by the bomb, but will recover, and the moral of the story, as spoken by uncle tom, is omitted entirely. Told largely through podkayne s diaries, the story details her travel to earth with her two companions. The sociopath brother befriends a spacefuzzy that poddy was going back into danger to save, in memory of her. Podkayne of mars had an original ending where podkayne is killed in the bomb blast, intending it to be an aesop about a working mother not. First trade paperback edition for the first time with heinleins original ending. Ah, the ending, the contraversial ending that so irked the publisher they forced heinlein to change it. All of the authors best juvenile fiction had been published prior to 1960, at least in my opinion. Heinlein wanted the book to serve as a cautionary tale for parents that pursue their own goals at the expense of raising their children this is the reason for uncle toms diatribe at the end of the book in the original, published ending. One that i for some strange reason hadnt read before. Told largely through podkaynes diaries, the story details her. Told largely through podkaynes diaries, the story details her travel to earth with her two companions.
Podkayne has definite plans on what to do and how to do it, but not everything is as it seems. In heinleins original ending, podkayne doesnt make out so well, and so it was changed so that she turns out better. Podkayne fries, a clever martian maid with dreams of becoming the. Podkayne of mars is a science fiction novel by the legendary author robert a heinlein. Podkayne of mars was published in hardcover in 1963 after it had been serialized in the worlds of if science fiction magazine. Podkayne of mars had an original ending where podkayne is killed in the bomb blast, intending it to be an aesop about a working mother not properly taking care of her children.
Podkayne of mars is a charming story of a young girls ambition to become the first female starship captain, and her travels to venus with her uncle and her sociopathic genius of a younger brother. The original ending was published in grumbles from the grave 1990 and later editions of podkayne of mars include both versions of the ending. She is very chatty at least on paper, and does sound quite a bit. More information about this seller contact this seller 8. One of the good old stories from the golden age of sf. Podkayne of mars is a science fiction novel by american writer robert a. Ive kept more than 3 of a lot of other authors, such as leinster, mccaffrey, dickson, james white, and even philip e. Worse, thanks to heinleins editors, podkayne of mars has two endings. Then heinlein started his exploration of feminine psychology, beginning with podkayne and ending with friday. Podkayne of mars was the first scifi book i ever read, and i loved it. Jan 25, 2020 heinleins original ending was terrible.
I am so glad i kept my 1970s paperback, because the original ending proves there is a good reason for editors. She is very chatty at least on paper, and does sound quite a bit like a fifteen year old girl, which is impressive for a 50yearold male author. In his original, submitted, manuscript podkayne died. Her pathetic dying words reveal that her heart is filled with love. It was eventually published with both endings, which differ only on the last page. Told largely through podkayne s diaries, the story details her. In the original ending, after they escape from the kidnappers to a safe distance, podkayne remembers that a semiintelligent venerian fairy baby has been left behind, and returns to rescue it. Jul 31, 2014 the book is about a teenage girl named podkayne who lives on mars. Heinlein serialised in worlds of if, published in hardcover in 1963. Podkayne of mars was sent to the publisher with podkayne dying in the end.
Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. Mariner 2 totally, absolutely, irredeemably rendered the venusian jungle model of venus on which podkayne depends obsolete on december 14, 1962. If you create a free account and sign in, you will be able to customize what is displayed. Heinlein 1971, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. The novel is about a teenage girl named podkayne poddy fries and her younger, asocial genius brother, clark, who leave their home on mars to take a trip on a.
Mars is a bit of a frontier planet, and she has dreams of venturing further afield. The book is set in the distant future, when humans have settled the solar system, and there are human colonies living on the moon, venus, and mars. Mar 11, 2018 podkayne of mars is available in the revised phoenix pick paperback with the original ending by order from once upon a time bookstore. Early readers hated it, however, and he reluctantly changed it. Podkayne of mars is available in the revised phoenix pick paperback with the original ending by order from once upon a time bookstore. This kindle version of podkayne of mars ends the way the author meant it to. When i could, i got it on kindle with the authors original, preferred ending. May 26, 2010 heinlein wanted the book to serve as a cautionary tale for parents that pursue their own goals at the expense of raising their children this is the reason for uncle toms diatribe at the end of the book in the original, published ending. James and the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad.
Heinlein podkayne of mars with never published original ending. Podkayne of mars by robert a heinlein, first edition. This edition puts together heinleins original ending, the rewritten published ending, and a spate of letters from fans arguing over their. It also includes a letter to his agent, decrying the changes asked for by his original publisher. Podkayne has definite plans on what to do and how to do it, but not. The original publisher of this book asked heinlein to change the controversial ending, which heinlein did extremely reluctantly. I think it would be the end of mars as an independent country and a. Podkayne fries, a smart and determined maid of mars. In the original ending, after they escape from the kidnappers to a safe distance, podkayne remembers that a semi. Podkayne fries, a clever martian maid with dreams of becoming the first female starship pilot, is delighted to join her diplomatic uncle on an interstellar journey. The peak at 1957 looks to be a glitch based on a publisher rejiggering one of the heinlein anthologies. If you want the 1963 ending you will have to find a used copy of the g putnams sons book published back then.
It ends abruptly with podkaynes senseless deathor with her senseless near death in the alternate ending. Authors original surprise ending podkayne is killed when the brothers bomb goes off. In this ending poddy is hurt, but will recover, and uncle tom lectures dad. The novel is about a teenage girl named podkayne poddy fries and her younger, asocial genius brother, clark, who leave their home on mars to take a trip on a spaceliner to visit earth, accompanied by their uncle. Together with her younger brother clark, she goes along with her uncle, a powerful senator, on a journey towards venus and luna aboard the luxurious liner tricorn. Audiobook podkayne of mars robert anson heinlein july 7, 1907 may 8, 1988 was an american science fiction writer robert a heinlein podkayne of mars with never published original ending podkayne of mars podkayne of mars robert a heinlein podkayne of mars robert a heinlein a delight new york herald tribune a tale. However, for me, podkayne of mars is old friend i enjoy visiting with every so often. Podkayne of mars is a science fiction novel by the legendary author robert a. Ive probably read most of his work, but there are only 3 of his books ive kept to enjoy reading again. It ends abruptly with podkaynes senseless deathor with her senseless neardeath in the alternate ending.
The first time i read this book, it had the relatively happy ending that was forced on robert heinlein by his publisher. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. The publisher sent it back, telling heinlein you cant end the story with that little girl dying or something close to that. Contents view concise listing podkayne of mars 1963 novel by robert a. Heinlein felt that a particular ending for podkayne of mars, published in 1963, was dramatically necessary to the story. This edition restores the book to how heinlein originally wrote it. James and the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad heinlein. Just because an author is famous, it doesnt necessarily. Podkayne fries, a girl on the verge of womanhood with dreams of becoming an interplanetary ship captain, is the principle narrator and protagonist of the story. Podkayne of mars is a science fiction novel by robert a. When the bomb that clark leaves for the kidnappers blows up, podkayne is killed, shielding the young fairy with her body. Podkayne of mars was originally serialized in the november 1962, january, and march 1963 issues of worlds of if. The absence of any other literary ref in the previous 300 years makes it look pretty likely that heinlein came up with the name himself. Podkayne fries, a smart and determined maid of mars, has just one goal in life.
I believe that most readers agree that the original ending is better. Jun 04, 2015 the first time i read this book, it had the relatively happy ending that was forced on robert heinlein by his publisher. New york herald tribunea tale beloved by many fans of robert a. He felt the original ending much better suited the story line and was never.
Podkayne is killed when the brothers bomb goes off. Jan 05, 2016 a tale beloved by many fans of robert a. Ive always had strange feelings about heinlein i love most of his stories, but almost all of them leave me with a strange taste in my mouth, maybe its because i agree with a lot of the opinions. Worlds of if, november 1962, january 1963, march 1963. His editors were absolutely correct to insist that he rewrite it. From the author of friday and rocketship galileo comes this classic tale featuring the grand master of science fictions most remarkable heroine. The publisher made him use a revised ending where she is injured but survives. Heinlein, originally serialised in worlds of if november 1962, january, march 1963, and published in hardcover in 1963. He felt the original ending much better suited the story line and was never satisfied with the modified safer ending. She begins to keep a journal in which she writes all about her life and ambitions. The narrator is well suited for the tone, an older voice than podkayne but ive always imagined podkayne as at least a few years older than the book describes. Heinlein, podkayne of mars tells the story of a young marswoman and her interplanetary adventures with her uncle and her genius brother. In 1995 the book was rereleased with both the published and original endings. Just because an author is famous, it doesnt necessarily mean that his vision is best.
Heinlein changed it and sent it back, and then the story was published. My biggest gripe is that they went with the edited ending rather than the original heinlein ending which makes the book lose a lot of the dramatic impact. Podkayne of mars is the diary of a fifteen year old girl, podkayne poddy fries, who was born and raised on mars. I just finished rereading podkayne of mars berkeley medallion edition, 11970, 7th printing. It was eventually published with both endings, which differ only on the. The book is about a teenage girl named podkayne who lives on mars. Heinlein, podkayne of mars tells the story of a young marswoman and her interplanet. Podkayne of mars project gutenberg selfpublishing ebooks. Podkaynes categorization as a heinlein juvenile is unclear. Blackstone audios 2015 audio edition, has the original sad ending only.
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