A Fall of Moondust

Summary

«A Fall of Moondust» is a science fiction novel by Arthur C. Clarke that tells the story of a lunar cruise ship named «Selene», which unexpectedly sinks beneath the surface of a sea of dust. This occurs due to a moonquake-induced tremor. Onboard the ship were passengers and crew who survived but found themselves trapped under the dust. The narrative covers the rescue missions and engineering efforts to bring «Selene» back to the surface, as well as the dramatic moments and psychological experiences of those trapped. A key theme of the work is the collaboration and use of human intelligence and technology to overcome extreme situations.