영어로 읽는 SF소설 _ 에드먼드 해밀턴의 우주 약탈자들
"The Cosmic Looters"는 Edmond Hamilton이 1950년대에 발표한 과학 소설 작품입니다. 이 소설은 Hamilton의 중기 작품으로, 그의 우주 모험 스타일이 절정에 이른 시기의 대표작 중 하나입니다.

이 작품의 배경은 광활한 은하계입니다. 이야기는 우주를 떠돌며 다른 문명들의 기술과 자원을 약탈하는 '우주의 약탈자들'에 맞서는 주인공들의 모험을 그립니다. 이들은 은하계의 평화와 안정을 지키기 위해 위험한 임무에 뛰어듭니다.

Hamilton은 이 소설을 통해 우주 문명 간의 갈등, 기술의 윤리적 사용, 그리고 다양한 외계 종족들의 공존 문제를 탐구합니다. 동시에 그의 트레이드마크인 스릴 넘치는 우주 전투와 예기치 못한 위험들로 가득한 모험을 선사합니다.

"The Cosmic Looters"는 Hamilton 특유의 상상력 넘치는 우주 묘사와 흥미진진한 플롯으로 독자들을 사로잡습니다. 이 소설은 우주 오페라의 전형적인 요소들을 갖추면서도, 더 깊은 주제들을 탐구하여 단순한 모험 이야기 이상의 가치를 지닙니다.

과학 소설 팬들은 물론, 우주와 외계 문명에 관심 있는 모든 독자들에게 추천하는 작품입니다. Hamilton의 우주관을 경험할 수 있는 흥미진진한 모험에 빠져보세요.

Reading Science Fiction Novels in English _ The Cosmic Looters by Edmond Hamilton
"The Cosmic Looters" is a science fiction novel published in the 1950s by Edmond Hamilton. This novel is one of Hamilton's mid-period works, and is one of his representative works from the peak of his space adventure style.

The setting of this work is a vast galaxy. The story depicts the adventures of the main characters who fight against the 'Space Looters' who wander through space and pillage the technology and resources of other civilizations. They embark on a dangerous mission to protect the peace and stability of the galaxy.

Through this novel, Hamilton explores the conflicts between space civilizations, the ethical use of technology, and the coexistence of various alien species. At the same time, he presents his trademark thrilling space battles and adventures full of unexpected dangers.

"The Cosmic Looters" captivates readers with Hamilton's imaginative depiction of space and an exciting plot. While this novel has the typical elements of a space opera, it explores deeper themes and is more than just an adventure story.

A must-read for fans of science fiction, as well as anyone interested in space and alien civilizations. Immerse yourself in an exciting adventure that will allow you to experience Hamilton’s universe.

Summary
Wyatt knew his situation was desperate: he couldn't stop the alien invasion, and even if he warned Earth?nobody would believe him!

Duncan Wyatt sprang up, grabbed his gun and started toward the door before he had his eyes properly open. His ears were ringing with the explosive roar that had awakened him and the pre-fab shack still quivered in the shock wave.
He thought the Third World War had started.
He crouched in the doorway and peered out onto the mesa. The unorthodox shape of the experimental ultra-tight-beam transmitter loomed over him, black against the star-blazing New Mexican sky, bearing a red star of its own to warn low-flying planes. He was all alone here. His partner, Bannister, had flown out to the Coast to oversee the making of new components for a projected improvement in design.

Contents
CHAPTER I. Duncan Wyatt sprang up
CHAPTER II. There were places for four beside the pilot
CHAPTER III. It had been night
CHAPTER IV. Here in the windowed bridge
CHAPTER V. The man was obviously sick
CHAPTER VI. Instead of cowering against the door
CHAPTER VII. Brinna's face was now absolutely white
CHAPTER VIII. It took Wyatt quite a long minute to realize
CHAPTER IX. It was a minute before Wyatt took