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The Moralist

Jack Taylor

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The Moralist

Jack Taylor

Humour, Science-Fiction & Fantasy, Short Stories

The Moralist is a science fiction short story written in the 1950s by Jack Taylor, set on the fictional planet of Xenon. The narrative follows a group of men's expedition facing humorous challenges when a meticulous botanist named Prunella joins their team, imposing strict rules that disrupt their laid-back lifestyle. This story explores themes of authority, rebellion, and the tension between exploration and bureaucratic regulations, culminating in a comical plot to rid themselves of Prunella using a mischievous native life-form.

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A science fiction short story published in the mid-20th century, specifically in the 1950s. This narrative unfolds on th...

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The Moralist (Italian: Il moralista) is a 1959 Italian comedy film directed by Giorgio Bianchi. Starring Alberto Sordi a...

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