Tom Corbett, Space Cadet #5
In "The Smugglers of the Moon," Tom Corbett and his fellow cadets face a high-stakes mission that takes a dangerous turn when Captain Strong is captured by lunar smugglers. What begins as a routine assignment leads them deep into the moon’s hidden depths, where they uncover the remnants of an ancient civilization. Written by Paul S. Newman and illustrated by Jack Lehti, with a striking cover by Alden McWilliams, this 1953 Dell classic blends space adventure with mystery in a story that’s as thrilling as it is timeless.
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The cadets have to do an extra assignment which turns dangerous when Captain Strong is taken by smugglers, and they find an ancient civilization buried deep within the moon.
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