Don't Look Now

Don't Look Now is a science fiction short story by Henry Kuttner, first published in 1948. The narrative follows Lyman, who accidentally gains the ability to see Martians disguised as humans after a mishap during a detergent experiment. As he attempts to warn a skeptical reporter in a bar, the story explores themes of alien control, societal obliviousness, and the manipulation of human perception through post-hypnotic suggestions. This work is notable for its commentary on autonomy and awareness in the face of unseen influences.