The Disembodied Man by Jack Owen Jardine
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"The Disembodied Man" by Larry Maddock is a science fiction novel likely written in the mid-20th century. The story follows George Jameson, who, after being severely injured in a train accident, finds himself as a disembodied brain relying on a nurse's voice to navigate his new existence. The book explores themes of identity, consciousness, and the human experience in the face of physical disembodiment. As George navigates his new reality, he learns
that he will receive a new body, developed through advanced medical techniques. Throughout his time in the hospital, he develops a deep bond with his nurse, Karen, who supports him emotionally and guides him through his recovery. Eventually, George transitions to his new body and discovers that Karen is not only his caregiver but also the girl he met on the train the night of his accident. This revelation leads to a heartfelt connection as they embrace their new lives together, overcoming the challenges that come with their unique circumstances. Ultimately, the novel delves into the profound human desire for connection, love, and the quest for a meaningful existence beyond physical limitations. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Jardine, Jack Owen, 1931-2009 |
|---|---|
| Title | The Disembodied Man |
| Original Publication | United States: Greenleaf Publishing Company,1954. |
| Series Title | Produced from Imagination Stories of Science and Fantasy April 1954 |
| Credits | Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 96.6 (5th grade). Very easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Chicago (Ill.) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Man-woman relationships -- Fiction |
| Subject | Accident victims -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 66283 |
| Release Date | Sep 13, 2021 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 332 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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