The Nostalgia Gene

The Nostalgia Gene is a science fiction novella by Roy Hutchins, first published in 1954. It follows Edgar Evans, who, feeling alienated in the modern world, builds a time machine to escape to the 1890s. The story explores themes of nostalgia and human connection, revealing how the desire for the past is inherited across generations. As Edgar navigates the charm of a bygone era, he confronts the complexities of nostalgia and its implications for future generations.