Aide Memoire

Aide Memoire is a science fiction novella by Keith Laumer, published in the early 1960s. Set on the planet Fust, it explores the complexities of diplomacy and interspecies relations through the experiences of Councillor Retief, who navigates the absurdities of Fustian politics and cultural tensions. The narrative also delves into themes of memory and identity, highlighting the impact of technology on human perception and the challenges of memory manipulation.