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Bullet With His Name

Fritz Leiber

Bullet With His Name

Bullet With His Name

Fritz Leiber

Published in 1958, 'Bullet With His Name' by Fritz Leiber is a science fiction short story featuring two alien beings who present gifts to an Earthman as part of a test that could determine the fate of humanity. The narrative explores themes of temptation and moral choice, as the gifts may lead mankind astray rather than provide enlightenment. Notable for its exploration of the consequences of alien intervention, the story reflects Leiber's skill in blending philosophical questions with speculative fiction.

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In "Bullet with His Name," two alien beings have come to give gifts to an Earthman. But this is not altruism; it is, rat...

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