Chapter 43, Salvage Summary

Now on dry land, the crew and passengers of Galaxy must deal with the full force of earthquakes and adjust the interior of the ship to its unnatural horizontal orientation. Nevertheless, the scientists on board eagerly anticipate exploring the land. They select a name for their island home, Haven.

Chapter 43, Salvage Analysis

Human curiosity wins out over the dismal mood from being stranded on a rough, dangerous island. The scientists must explore and learn despite the hazards outside the ship. The name given to the island, Haven, also means a sheltered port, although this is a triumph of hope over reality. When conditions are dismal, humans will also try to make the best out of a bad situation, at least at the beginning.