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A science fiction tale involving Valnar, a time traveler who inadvertently influences the rise of a mental dictator, Dodson. In an attempt to rectify this, Valnar and Joel Barlow, a member of a resistance organization, embark on a mission to confront Dodson.
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A sci-fi adventure about Ajax Calkins, who dreams of becoming a great explorer. Landing on a newly discovered planet, Midplanet, he declares himself Emperor, only to find the world inhabited by kangaroo-like beings and intelligent fleas.
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This story explores the boundaries between reality and illusion, questioning the nature of both as Burke experiences a vividly alternative existence within the virtual world.
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Set on Mars, this story revolves around Saknarth, a Master Astrologer at the Imperial Observatory. Despite skepticism towards astrology, Saknarth discovers lights on the dark side of Earth, challenging his and his society's beliefs.
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This story delves into themes of trust, deception, and the unforeseen consequences of advanced warfare technology, as the line between friend and foe becomes dangerously blurred.
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This tale unfolds amidst the existential crisis of a civilization facing its end, highlighting human adaptability and resilience in the face of cosmic events.
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Set in a future where anti-aging medicine has dramatically extended human lifespans. We focus on Gramps Ford, a 172-year-old man, and his extended family, who all live together in a cramped apartment.
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A humorous and satirical short story that plays with the idiosyncrasies of the English language. The protagonist becomes convinced of an alien invasion after misinterpreting figurative language in a book as literal descriptions.
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A story about "Slippery Jim" diGriz, a highly skilled and cunning criminal. DiGriz, known for his expertise in executing elaborate and ingenious heists, finds himself pursued by the Special Corps.
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A science fiction tale about a new star, formed from a collision between two celestial bodies, which dramatically impacts Earth. This celestial event causes global calamities like floods and earthquakes, fundamentally altering Earth's environment and humanity's future.
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A story about a spaceship crew that encounters a creature called a "wub" on Mars. Initially considered just a large, docile animal, the wub surprises the crew by demonstrating the ability to speak and engage in intellectual conversations.
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This narrative explores themes of intellectual consumption and the nature of consciousness, as the characters interact with these extraordinary beings and confront the challenges of their unique situation.