The Sense of Wonder by Stephen Marlowe
"The Sense of Wonder" by Milton Lesser is a science fiction novella written in the early 1950s. The story explores themes of human curiosity and the quest for understanding in a technologically controlled society. The narrative revolves around the protagonist, Rikud, who grapples with the meaning of change and existence aboard a spaceship, where the rhythm of life is dictated by machines, leaving him feeling isolated and confused. In "The Sense of
Wonder," Rikud's life aboard the ship takes a turn as he begins to notice changes in the stars outside the viewport, leading him on a journey of self-discovery. He becomes increasingly aware of his surroundings and the limitations imposed by the machine-driven society. Through interactions with companions like Chuls and Crifer, Rikud grapples with his motivations, desires, and the nature of existence itself. As he delves deeper, he uncovers doors hinting at a world beyond his familiar confines, which ultimately leads him to make a bold choice. The climax of the story sees Rikud breaking free from the confines of the machinery, stepping into a vibrant garden, and discovering not only a new environment but also a sense of belonging and connection to others, including women, paving the way for a hopeful new beginning. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Marlowe, Stephen, 1928-2008 |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Rosenbaum, Harry |
| Title | The Sense of Wonder |
| Series Title | Produced from Galaxy Science Fiction September 1951 |
| Note | Reading ease score: 84.6 (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 |
| Subject | Interstellar travel -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51296 |
| Release Date | Feb 24, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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