East in the Morning by David E. Fisher
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| Author | Fisher, David E., 1932- |
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| Illustrator | Francis, Dick |
| Title | East in the Morning |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "East in the Morning" by David E. Fisher is a science fiction novella written in the late 1950s. The narrative follows the life of Dr. Henry Talbot, a gifted nuclear physicist who faces the unexpected stagnation of his once-promising career. The story explores themes of aging, the thirst for recognition, and the quest for meaning in one's accomplishments, while intertwining elements of humor and reflection on the passage of time. Throughout the novella, we see Dr. Talbot navigate a complex relationship with his professional life, moving from early aspirations of fame to a more contented existence filled with routine and alcohol. After a late-career breakthrough with his "Warped Field Theory," his validation comes too late, leading to deep introspection and eventual reinvention. The tale concludes with Talbot's dying and reincarnation as Arnold Bottal, suggesting a fresh start and the cyclical nature of life and identity. Through Talbot's journey, Fisher poignantly examines the interplay between ambition and fulfillment, alongside the realities of personal and professional legacy. (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 | Immortality -- Fiction |
| Subject | Physicists -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51475 |
| Release Date | Mar 16, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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