The Long, Silvery Day by Magnus Ludens
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| Author | Ludens, Magnus |
|---|---|
| Title | The Long, Silvery Day |
| Note | Reading ease score: 74.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "The Long Silvery Day" by Magnus Ludens is a science fiction short story first published in 1962. The narrative captures a surreal day in the life of Peter Stone, an ordinary commuter who is unexpectedly gifted a perfect day as a result of a whimsical experiment by celestial beings. The story explores themes of mundane existence versus an idealized reality, reflecting on the desires of a working-class individual. In the story, Peter Stone embarks on an ordinary day, facing the challenges of commuting, work, and the fatigue that accompanies them. However, with a mysterious intervention from two otherworldly beings, his entire day transforms. Transportation becomes effortless and pleasant, public spaces are immaculate, and people interact in a friendlier manner. Stone enjoys a blissful experience as every detail enhances his daily routine, culminating in a moment of reflection on the happiness found in simplicity. As the celestial beings erase their influence, Peter's recollection of the day remains, urging him to reconsider his ambitions, hinting at a desire to enact change in his life and perhaps even to run for Mayor. The story ends with a sense of wonder at the ephemeral nature of happiness. (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 | New York (N.Y.) -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51550 |
| Release Date | Mar 25, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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