Summary
The Revolt on Venus is part of the Tom Corbett, Space Cadet series, a mid-20th-century science fiction adventure aimed at young readers.
The series follows the exploits of Tom Corbett and his fellow cadets—Roger Manning and Astro—as they train and serve in the futuristic Solar Guard, a space military academy and defense force.
In this installment, the trio is sent on a mission to Venus, where they face political unrest and the threat of rebellion among the colonists and native Venusians.
As tensions escalate, the cadets must rely on their courage, training, and friendship to protect peace and uncover the source of the revolt.
With thrilling space battles, alien intrigue, and moral dilemmas, the story reflects Cold War-era ideals of duty, loyalty, and teamwork.