Open Invitation

A science fiction short story written in the early 1950s. The narrative revolves around the challenges faced by an alien scout, Zoya Lar-Tul, as he attempts to keep his home star's location secret from the Earthmen, who have just made a technological breakthrough in interstellar travel. This story explores themes of inter-species contact, scientific curiosity, and the unintended consequences of discovery. The plot unfolds as