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Martyr: A Positronic Book
Hardcover
ISBN13: 9781515421368
Publisher: Positronic Publishing
Published: Apr 3 2018
Pages: 74
Weight: 0.62
Height: 0.31 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
A sharp work of classic science fiction, Martyr explores the tension between duty, sacrifice, and the demands of a changing technological world.
Alan E. Nourse presents a tightly focused narrative in which individuals are placed under extreme pressure to conform to systems that demand obedience, efficiency, and control. As the stakes rise, questions of identity, responsibility, and personal choice come to the forefront.
Written with clarity and momentum, the story reflects the concerns of mid-twentieth-century science fiction, where advances in science and organization challenge traditional ideas of autonomy and human value. Nourse combines speculative elements with a strong narrative drive, creating a work that is both accessible and thought-provoking.
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