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.
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