The Answer is a science fiction novella by George O. Smith, first published in 1947. It centers on a confrontation between dictator Robert Hohmann and United Nations representative Greg Hammond, who debate the ethical implications of nuclear power. As Hohmann pursues a dangerous plutonium-producing project, paranoia and unforeseen disasters escalate, highlighting the consequences of unchecked ambition and the delicate balance of power and responsibility in a nuclear age. The story reflects the anxieties of the late 1940s regarding nuclear technology and governance.
