A Stone and a Spear by Raymond F. Jones
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"A Stone and a Spear" by Raymond F. Jones is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The book explores themes of responsibility, the ethical implications of scientific advancements, and the future of warfare in a world increasingly ravaged by bioweaponry. Set against a backdrop of post-war tensions, it delves deep into the psyche of its characters, particularly focusing on the moral dilemmas faced by scientists in their pursuit of
knowledge—especially when such knowledge can lead to mass destruction. The story follows Dr. Curtis Johnson and his wife as they visit Dr. Hamon Dell, a former biochemist who has retreated to a truck farm after leaving a life of military research. As they navigate their interactions with Dell, who grapples with immense guilt over the toxins he has created, the narrative unveils a conspiracy involving future beings intent on preventing a devastating war that has already led to humanity's downfall. As Dell's health deteriorates, his insights challenge Johnson's views on science and ethics, compelling him to take a stand against the systemic destruction wrought by scientists. In the end, Johnson must choose between his former life and a new path as a farmer, believing that through agricultural means, he can help avert the very future Dell has foreseen. The novel presents a gripping exploration of the intersection between science, morality, and the very survival of humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Jones, Raymond F., 1915-1994 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Bunch, John |
| Title | A Stone and a Spear |
| Series Title | Produced from Galaxy Science Fiction December 1950 |
| Credits |
Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Scientists -- Fiction |
| Subject | Weapons -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 51075 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-51075-0 |
| Release Date | Jan 29, 2016 |
| Last Update | Oct 22, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 452 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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