The Gun by Philip K. Dick

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Author Dick, Philip K., 1928-1982
Illustrator Vestal, Herman B., 1916-2007
Title The Gun
Note Reading ease score: 88.2 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "The Gun" by Philip K. Dick is a science fiction short story written in the early 1950s. The narrative involves a group of astronauts who land on a desolate, post-apocalyptic planet where they encounter a mysterious gun that appears to have survived a catastrophic atomic event. The story explores themes of technology, war, and the cycle of violence in civilization. The story follows a spaceship crew as they investigate a barren planet, initially believing it to be devoid of life due to the destructive nature of atomic warfare. However, they soon realize that a formidable automated gun is still operational, guarding what remains of a once-thriving civilization. As they sift through ruins and uncover a treasure trove of cultural artifacts, they grapple with the implications of this advanced weapon—its sentience and its relentless duty to protect its domain. The crew's discovery of the gun leads them to devise a plan to disable it so they can secure their newfound treasures and escape while reflecting on the tragedies that brought about the planet's desolation. The story ultimately questions the nature of conflict, survival, and the legacy of humanity's destructive tendencies. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Short stories
Category Text
EBook-No. 29132
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Most Recently Updated Jan 5, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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