The Spicy Sound of Success by Jim Harmon
"The Spicy Sound of Success" by Jim Harmon is a science fiction short story that appeared in Galaxy Magazine in the late 1950s. The narrative follows Captain Gavin and his crew as they navigate the challenges of space exploration, particularly the phenomenon of transphasia, which disrupts sensory perceptions and challenges their understanding of reality. The story explores themes of leadership, trust, and the interplay between human experience and alien encounters. In thestory, Captain Gavin’s authority is put to the test as he grapples with the mysteries of an unfamiliar planet and the bizarre effects of transphasia that distort his and his crew’s sensory perceptions. As tensions rise between the captain and crew member Quade, who is more experienced in space travel, Gavin realizes that traditional ways of thinking may not apply in every circumstance. A critical mission leads to an unintended separation when Quade ventures out alone, resulting in potential peril. Through a blend of sci-fi elements and character development, the story examines the importance of adaptability and humility in the face of the unknown, ultimately leading to a resolution that emphasizes the need for understanding across different forms of life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Harmon, Jim, 1933-2010 |
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| Illustrator | Francis, Dick |
| Title | The Spicy Sound of Success |
| Series Title | Produced from Galaxy Magazine August 1959 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.9 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Credits | Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Space ships -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51351 |
| Release Date | Mar 3, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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