In 1993, writer Dave Morris made four books based on episodes from the original tv series. They were as follows: The Mysterons, Noose of Ice, Lunarville 7 and The Launching. Each were published by Young Corgi.
They were illustrated by Arkadia and also had lyrics to Captain Scarlet's original theme song and illustrated diagrams of four of Spectrum's Craft and Vehicles with a description by Stewart Larking.
| Book No. | Name | Picture | Book Description | Craft/Vehicle Diagram | Craft/Vehicle Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Mysterons |  |
After a landing on Mars by a Spectrum exploration vehicle, Earth is under attack from the Mysterons. As Captain Scarlet and the other Spectrum agents prepare to defend the Earth against this terrible threat, they know that anything could happen. For the Mysterons have powers beyond the understanding of man - and they have determined to destroy all life on Earth! Captain Black becomes the Mysterons' pawn and Captain Scarlet takes a vital job, escorting the World President on a dangerous journey. But can Scarlet resist the deadly powers of the Mysterons? |
Spectrum Helicopter | These helicopters are designed to provide Spectrum Personnel with a high degree of maneuverability. | |
| Noose of Ice |  |
Earth is under attack by the Mysterons. Leading the fight against the Mysterons is one man fate has made indestructible: Captain Scarlet. Captain Scarlet sets off to the North Pole where a natural source of tritonium - a rare alloy vital of Earth's space programme - is discovered there. But the Mysterons have attacked, cutting the main power line to the mine. As the sea freezes and a deadly ring of ice slowly closes in, Captain Scarlet faces a race against time to save the complex from total destruction... |
Maximum Security Vehicle | This heavily-armored, missile-proof vehicle is used by Spectrum to transport its valuable cargos, both material and human. There are only two viewports at the front with another two positioned at the side. With an immensely-powerful engine allowing the car to cruise at speed, this is another valuable asset for Spectrum in their fight against the Mysterons. | |
| Lunarville 7 |  |
Earth is under attack by the Mysterons. Leading the fight against the Mysterons is one man fate has made indestructible: Captain Scarlet. When the lunar controller announces that he is negotiating a peace treaty between the Moon and the Mysterons, Captain Scarlet blasts off to the moon to investigate - and discovers a secret Mysteron base under construction. Trapped in the lunar complex, Scarlet must escape. If he fails, the Mysterons will take control of the Moon... |
Spectrum Pursuit Vehicle | The Spectrum Pursuit Vehicle, a specialized combat vehicle where the driver sits facing backwards, steering by use of a T.V. monitor. With a top speed of 200 m.p.h., able to withstand small arms fire, it is a formidable weapon in the Spectrum armory. | |
| The Launching |  |
Earth is under attack by the Mysterons. Leading the fight against the Mysterons is one man fate has made indestructible: Captain Scarlet. There's no time to lose when the Mysterons announce their latest target - President Roberts. Spectrum place a maximum security cordon around the President's residence, and Captain Scarlet races to the scene. But then Scarlet learns that the President wants to attend the launch of a new atomic liner - the President Roberts... |
Spectrum Saloon Car | A high speed non-combat patrol car, designed to exclusively for Spectrum. These cars are capable of cruising in excess of 160 m.p.h., allowing Spectrum Personnel to rapidly act against the Mysteron threat. |
