In "The Sky Is Falling," Lester del Rey masterfully weaves a narrative that merges science fiction with deep psychological insights, exploring the themes of survival and human resilience in the face of cataclysmic change. Set against a backdrop of an impending alien invasion, del Rey intricately develops a storyline that is both suspenseful and thought-provoking, reflecting the anxieties of the Cold War era. The prose is characterized by its accessibility,...