A Toothache on Zenob

A science fiction novella published in the late 1950s. The story centers around the character Pehn Karn, an intelligent but physically unattractive young man who battles a recurring toothache. It presents themes of exploration, communication with extraterrestrial beings, and the clash between progressive thought and traditional beliefs within a unique alien culture. The plot unfolds as Pehn and his friend Nautunal intercept signals from