The Seeder by Max Williams
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About this eBook
| Author | Williams, Max |
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| Title | The Seeder |
| Note | Reading ease score: 85.8 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Seeder" by Max Williams is a science fiction short story written in the early 1960s. The narrative revolves around themes of exploration, responsibility, and the unintended consequences of meddling with life on other planets. Within this story, Max Williams delves into the complexities of interplanetary life and regulation, highlighting the tensions between curiosity and authority. The plot follows the protagonist, who is tasked with tracking down an eccentric character known as "Pop," who has been illegally introducing life forms to various planets. After a prolonged pursuit, the protagonist finds Pop on a desolate world, bemused by the destruction of his creations. Their interaction brings to light Pop's disillusionment with his own actions, as well as the bureaucratic oversight that governs their universe. As they return home, Pop reflects on the beauty of the planet he just left behind, indicating that despite its harshness, there’s value in all worlds, a sentiment that prompts deeper questions about existence and stewardship of life. The story concludes with a sense of ambiguity, illustrating the complex nature of life and the responsibilities inherent in creation. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Extraterrestrial beings -- Fiction |
| Subject | Life -- Origin -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 60999 |
| Release Date | Dec 22, 2019 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 40 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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