Jabberwock, Beware!

Jabberwock, Beware! is a science fiction novella by Richard A. Sternbach, written in the early 1950s. The story features an impending alien threat from Jupiter, prompting Earth's leaders to select a representative for an intellectual duel that will determine humanity's survival. The narrative combines humor, suspense, and imaginative speculation within a politically charged atmosphere, showcasing the challenges of human-alien encounters.