Man in a Quandary by Jr. L. J. Stecher
"Man in a Quandary" by L. J. Stecher, Jr. is a thought-provoking science fiction story written in the late 1950s. The book explores themes of identity, existence, and the complexities of human relationships in a futuristic setting. Through the character of Alfred Vanderform, the narrative delves into the consequences of advanced technology on human life, particularly in the realm of physical enhancements and artificial replacements. The story centers on Alfred, who hasundergone multiple salvages of his body due to various health crises, including the replacement of his heart, organs, and even his brain with artificial counterparts. As he nears the age for fatherhood, Alfred reflects on his past, revealing his wealth and intellect but grappling with a deep-seated concern regarding his upcoming marriage to his secretary, Gloria. He questions whether her affection is genuine or if it is mainly motivated by his riches. The narrative poses profound ethical questions about humanity, love, and authenticity in a world full of technological advancements, all while Alfred seeks to understand his own identity amid his mechanical existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Stecher, L. J., Jr., 1918-1988 |
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| Illustrator | Martinez |
| Title | Man in a Quandary |
| Series Title | Produced from Galaxy Science Fiction July 1958 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.3 (7th grade). Fairly 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 | Epistolary fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51421 |
| Release Date | Mar 11, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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