A Filbert Is a Nut by Rick Raphael
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| Author | Raphael, Rick, 1919-1994 |
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| Title | A Filbert Is a Nut |
| Series Title | Produced from Astounding Science Fiction November 1959. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 72.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "A Filbert Is a Nut" by Rick Raphael is a science fiction short story published in the late 1950s. The narrative revolves around the absurd concept of a patient in a mental institution reportedly creating an atomic bomb out of modeling clay. Through a blend of dark humor and satire, the story critiques the perception of sanity and genius, particularly in the context of the Cold War era's obsession with nuclear technology. The plot unfolds in a mental hospital, where the main character, Thaddeus Funston, engages in art therapy by molding clay. Unbeknownst to the staff, his creations take on a dangerous life of their own. After a nighttime explosion destroys the crafts building, military and scientific personnel become embroiled in an investigation to understand how a bomb was created in a seemingly innocuous setting. The narrative escalates as Funston is taken to a military testing facility, where he successfully replicates the explosion, leading to discussions about the nature of genius and insanity. Ultimately, the story culminates in a grand, ironic conclusion, reflecting the anxiety and absurdity of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 23588 |
| Release Date | Nov 22, 2007 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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