Unbegotten Child

Unbegotten Child is a science fiction novella by Winston K. Marks, written in the early 1950s. The story follows Sara Caffey, who insists she is not pregnant despite medical evidence, leading Dr. Foley and surgeon Dr. Phillipe Sansome to explore radical theories of asexual reproduction and evolution. As Sara's condition progresses, she ultimately gives birth to a daughter without a navel, raising profound questions about childbirth and the nature of life. The narrative challenges traditional perceptions of motherhood and biological processes through innovative concepts and dialogue.