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Last Enemy

H. Beam Piper

Last Enemy

Last Enemy

H. Beam Piper

Last Enemy is a science fiction novella written by H. Beam Piper, first published in 1948. The story follows Verkan Vall, a Paratimer tasked with rescuing an undercover agent who has vanished in an alternate timeline. Vall must navigate a universe where assassination is esteemed and reincarnation is scientifically validated, facing threats from both killers and the undead. This work is notable for its exploration of complex themes related to morality and existence in alternate realities.

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An undercover Paratimer has disappeared on assignment while in an alternate time line, and it’s up to Verkan Vall of the...

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