Short Snorter

Short Snorter is a science fiction short story by Charles Einstein, published in the late 1950s. It follows a vacationing couple, Fred and Alice Daniels, who encounter Mr. Steariot, an extraterrestrial from Venus, while staying at a hotel. The narrative examines themes of disbelief, societal judgments based on appearances and wealth, and the intersection of the extraordinary with everyday life. This story reflects the era's fascination with alien encounters and human reactions to the unknown.