Spoken for

Spoken For is a science fiction short story by Joseph Samachson, published in the mid-20th century. It follows Callendar, a man who awakens after undergoing an experimental life-prolonging treatment, only to find himself 200 years in the future and searching for his lost family. Set on Ganymede, one of Jupiter's moons, the narrative explores themes of identity, love, and the emotional impact of technological advancements on human relationships as Callendar grapples with the reality of his situation and the feelings of a woman named Carol Marsh, who is drawn to him despite his tragic past.