A Stone and a Spear

A Stone and a Spear, published in 1950 by Raymond F. Jones, is a science fiction novel that examines the ethical implications of scientific advancements and the future of warfare in a post-war context. The story follows Dr. Curtis Johnson and his wife as they visit Dr. Hamon Dell, a former biochemist haunted by his past contributions to bioweaponry. As they confront moral dilemmas and a conspiracy involving future beings, Johnson must choose between his scientific career and a new life as a farmer, aiming to prevent the catastrophic future Dell foresees. The novel highlights the intersection of science, morality, and humanity's survival.