Duel on Syrtis by Poul Anderson

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Author Anderson, Poul, 1926-2001
Title Duel on Syrtis
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Summary "Duel on Syrtis" by Poul Anderson is a science fiction novella written in the early 1950s. The story explores themes of survival, hunting, and the clash of civilizations on Mars, focusing on the interactions between a human big-game hunter and a Martian warrior. The novella delves into the complexities of predator and prey dynamics, raising questions about morality and the nature of sentience. The plot follows Riordan, a renowned Earth big-game hunter, as he embarks on an illegal hunt for a Martian known as Kreega. Driven by arrogance and the desire for the ultimate trophy, Riordan underestimates his prey's capabilities and the harshness of the Martian landscape. Kreega, a survivor of a once-thriving civilization, uses his wits and the natural environment to resist the predator, showcasing Martian resilience and intelligence. As the hunt intensifies, Kreega ultimately turns the tables on Riordan, emphasizing themes of justice and the struggle for dignity in a world where one species dominates another. The story concludes with Kreega leaving Riordan alive but in a state of suspended animation, presenting a powerful statement on freedom and the consequences of hubris. (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 Mars (Planet) -- Fiction
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