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Who wrote Everybody Knows Joe?

"Everybody Knows Joe" was written by C. M. Kornbluth and published in 1953. Pioneering science fiction writer known for sharp social commentary and imaginative storytelling.

Everybody Knows Joe

1953

C. M. Kornbluth

Everybody Knows Joe

C. M. Kornbluth

1953

Published in 1953, 'Everybody Knows Joe' is a science fiction short story by C. M. Kornbluth that explores themes of self-awareness and identity through the eyes of a narrator sharing a mind with the oblivious protagonist, Joe. As Joe navigates mundane tasks like visiting the library and dining with a friend, the story critiques his inflated self-image and lack of insight into his own shortcomings. This satirical tale offers a thought-provoking reflection on the duality of identity and the nature of self-perception.