In When Planets Collide, the Robinson family—Craig, June, Tim, and Tam—find themselves drawn into a cosmic crisis when their space station drifts between two worlds on a collision course. Attempting to prevent catastrophe, they discover an entire civilization of miniature humanoids who are both technologically advanced and fearful of outsiders. As the family struggles to understand the world’s unique physics and diplomacy, they must race to prevent planetary destruction while holding onto their humanity.
This story encapsulates the hopeful tone of early ’60s science fiction—blending family values, exploration, and moral lessons with imaginative cosmic adventure