Stopover Planet by Robert E. Gilbert

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Author Gilbert, Robert E., 1924-1993
Illustrator Terry, W. E., 1921-1992
Title Stopover Planet
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Summary "Stopover Planet" by Robert E. Gilbert is a science fiction short story written in the early 1950s. The narrative centers on a bizarre encounter where an alien being captures various Earth inhabitants, showcasing the strange and often dark interplay between their desires and the aliens' predatory nature. The story is crafted within a whimsical yet eerie setting that reflects the fusion of daily life with fantastical elements. In "Stopover Planet," the plot unfolds as various characters from Earth, including a patrolman, a baker, and a reverend, are drawn into a peculiar scheme orchestrated by aliens. The aliens seduce these individuals by exploiting their desires—whether for promotion, love, or familial security—before capturing them in a mysterious truck. As the aliens prepare to take their captives to another dimension, they reflect on the unique traits of humanity and their own mission to collect specimens for the Galactic Museum of Natural History. Through sharp humor and absurdity, the story critiques human nature and explores themes of selfishness and the struggle for connection. (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. 30015
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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