The Old Goat
The Old Goat is a mid-20th century science fiction short story by Charles L. Fontenay. It follows Dr. Angstrom, an irritable scientist known as 'The Old Goat,' as he conducts experimental work on matter transmission. The narrative delves into the complexities of transmitting animate versus inanimate objects, raising questions about the nature of the soul and physical existence. This story is notable for its exploration of scientific discovery and metaphysical themes.
