Chronicles of Navigator
The Homecoming Book
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As Lt. Ben Johnson stood on the observation deck of the cosmic space ship, he felt he was coming home. He had been gone since 1945 and it was now 1995. It had been quite an experience in those elapsed years. He had been on patrol from the aircraft carrier "Enterprise" in the north Pacific when it happened. He was flying at 10,000 feet, when he entered a rather dense cloud cover. After about 15 minutes, he broke radio silence to call the carrier. All he received was static and he tried several bands with no answer. Still in the dense cloud cover, a blinding green light suddenly enveloped his cockpit. He couldn't see his instruments, but felt the aircraft rising slowly, even thought his engine had stopped running. In a short time the green light went off and he felt no motion. He slid his canopy back and stood up, removing his goggles. He saw that he was in a large area that resembled a hanger, with strange equipment around the perimeter. There were several saucer-shaped craft standing in a row on the far side of the hanger. They appeared to be the size of a B-29, but were of a saucer profile. There were several human figures in bright orange suits working in the area. They paid no attention to Ben. Soon a door opened and an individual in a black flight suit and helmet approached Ben's aircraft. It raised its right hand in a greeting gesture and Ben responded automatically, as he was awed by what he was seeing. The spaceman signaled Ben to approach and when he was about ten feet from the spaceman, it raised the visor and Ben was shocked to see that it was a human face with blond hair and blue eyes, with a big grin on its face. At this Ben spoke "Where am I "? Once again Ben was shocked, when the space person answered in perfect English, without the trace of an accent. "I am Commander Ra of the space ship "Navigator", from the planet "Zirus, which is far beyond this solar system. We have been visiting your planet for many centuries of Earth time. Please follow me and be our guest. Leave all weapons in your aircraft, as you cannot enter the airlock sensors with a weapon of any kind. You will be denied entrance and detained. We are not a hostile people, but can defend ourselves if necessary. Ra, gestured toward the airlock and they entered. Ben felt a slight tingling sensation all over, but it ceased as soon as they cleared the airlock. Ra laughed and spoke "You passed the test, now we can proceed". Once inside, Ben was amazed to see islands of strange plants and trees. In the clearings there were living quarters with streets and parks. There were clouds, sun and a blue-sky overhead. People were resting around pools and outdoor tables. There were games being played by children and young adults. Good sportsmanship and courtesy were quite evident. Ra took Ben's arm "Lets go to your quarters and you can rest for a time. Then we will go for a tour of this ship called "Navigator". They got into a machine that resembled a golf cart, but made no sound as it moved. Ra pushed some buttons, then leaned back, with no hands on the controls. He explained "It is controlled by thought and a computer. We are highly advanced in mind control and other sciences". Soon they arrived at what appeared to be an apartment building. The cart stopped and Ra followed by Ben went to the door. Ra handed Ben a coin shaped device "That is your key. Just give a thought command and the door will open. Always wear it as it controls many things that you will use". Ben did as he was told and the door opened. Inside was a large three-room apartment that had strange looking furniture that looked homey and comfortable. Ben stood in amazement, as Ra showed him a wardrobe that had uniforms and other apparel that were his exact size. Ben asked "How did you know my size and stock this closet so quick"? Ra answered "We stocked this apartment and your sizes were recorded as we went through the airlock. We were also decontaminated at the same time. We must maintain a disease free environment in all areas. Rest now and I will contact you in three hours and we will dine". Ra turned and left, leaving Ben to marvel at what he had seen and heard in this brief encounter. Ben began to look and explore his new quarters. He showered and was pleasantly surprised. The temperature was totally automatic and perfect. The water had a different feel. It seemed to be heavy, but felt very gentle on the skin. He dried by a fan that made no noise and was hidden from sight. He went to the bed and looked at the single blanket. It was made of a strange material that he had never seen. As he lay down, the bed and blanket had warmed to his body temperature before he had touched them. Soft strange music seemed to be all over the room. He fell asleep at once, not thinking about the day's events. A gentle alarm woke him three hours later. He was completely rested and felt full of pep. He chose a uniform and was again impressed that it fit so perfect. It was silver in color and had a sensor on the breast. At this time, Ra's voice came over the communicator asking if Ben was ready. Ben replied "Come in" and the door opened. Ra laughed "I didn't have a key, but your thought opened the door, otherwise I couldn't have entered". Ben spoke "Is that the way the shower works too"? Ra replied with his innocent smile "All the appliances are controlled by mental command, The water has been treated to be heavier and totally pure. We revere water, as it is the key to life. We have observed the way that water is treated on Earth and how it is abused. The people of Earth will regret their action in the near future. When water is gone, so is life, as we know it. You must stop fighting among yourselves, overcome greed, and respect everybody and everything. Enough for now, lets go dine". They entered the cart and Ra eased it out on the road and activated the computer. They went a short distance and stopped in front of a building that had no windows and just an airlock door. Ben inquired as to why there were no windows. Ra replied "If we had an emergency for any reason, these buildings would protect the people, as they are self contained. This includes all buildings. We can survive for a year if "Navigator" loses power. All power plants have three back-up systems. In that time frame we would have repaired the problem or been rescued by another star ship. Let us go inside and dine. I am hungry".
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This work is the chronicles of the star ship Navigator and the travels of Lt Ben Johnson and his friends from other planets. There are many lessons to be learned from this book. I have always been interested in life out in the universe. This was the first chance I have had to write about that life. I have also attempted to explain some of the questions that we all have, in layman's terms. Everyone has a right to their own opinions. This book just challenges people to think beyond their every-day lives. It is a welcome relief to be able to do that. We see so much evil that we need to read of the goodness in mankind. This book has its evil characters, but good overrules, with effort. I wish to dedicate this book to my loving wife and family. Also to all the friends who believed in me and last, but not least, the publishers. This work is divided into two parts, the book of The Homecoming and Earth Again. Combined, they compromise CHRONICLES OF THE NAVIGATOR.
About the Author
The author, C E. Stewart was born in 1925 and lived through the great depression. He lived on a farm until after graduation from high school and enlisted in the Army Air Corps, which later became the Air Force. After the end of World War II, he became a civilian. He tried working in a manufacturing plant, but didn't like the routine. He worked as a mechanic, but needed to increase his income, so he went on the road as a sales representative. This allowed him to get an insight into human nature that he would not have gotten otherwise. His first marriage failed for reasons not easily explained. He traveled for about thirty-five years before retiring and traveling in a trailer all over the country for about five more years. During this time he wrote his first science fiction novel, but wasn't able to get it published due to the cost of an agent. However, he kept trying and after writing Terrorist Within and published it with 1stBooks Library, and he was on his way. He has submitted the original writing, Chronicles of Navigator-The Homecoming, and it will be out in a few months. He also has another sci-fi novel, Chronicles of: Navigator-Earth Again, waiting. It will be a continuing story of the first sci-fi novel. They are both a fresh look at space travel and the persons who do it. The author will keep writing as long as he is able to. He enjoys it and hasn't become bored with retirement. There are many lessons to be learned from these writings. Yes, everyone can make a difference. Just do it!