Description
“Doctor Who and the Green Death” is a novelization of the fifth serial of the tenth season of the British science-fiction television series “Doctor Who”, written by Malcolm Hulke and published in 1975. The television serial originally aired in 1973, and was directed by Michael Briant.
The story follows the Third Doctor, played by Jon Pertwee, and his companion Jo Grant as they investigate a series of mysterious deaths in a Welsh mining village. They discover that the cause of the deaths is a giant maggot that has been mutated by the toxic waste from a nearby oil refinery. The Doctor and Jo must find a way to stop the maggot and the evil corporation responsible for the pollution before they can cause any more harm.
As with other “Doctor Who” stories, “The Green Death” features a mix of science-fiction and adventure, with plenty of action and suspense. The novelization by Malcolm Hulke stays true to the original television serial, while also adding new details and insights into the characters and events. It provides an entertaining and accessible way for fans of the series to revisit a classic story or for new readers to discover it for the first time.
“Doctor Who and the Green Death” is a must-read for fans of the “Doctor Who” franchise or anyone who enjoys science-fiction and adventure stories. It captures the spirit of the series and provides a thrilling and engaging read for all ages.
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