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Author Stockham, Richard
Illustrator Hunter, Mel, 1927-2004
Title Perfect Control
Note Reading ease score: 86.6 (6th grade). Easy to read.
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Summary "Perfect Control" by Richard Stockham is a science fiction short story published in the early 1950s. The narrative takes place in a future where space travel is a reality, exploring themes of adaptation and psychological impacts of prolonged isolation in space. The story follows Colonel Halter as he attempts to persuade the crew of the derelict starship Alpha to return to Earth after spending nearly seventy-five years in deep space. The plot unfolds as Colonel Halter communicates with the aging crew aboard the Alpha, who have become deeply accustomed to life in space, and are reluctant to abandon their existence. Through tense exchanges, Halter learns about their psychological adjustments and their fears regarding life on Earth, which have left them scarred by memories of conflict and violence. Each member, while initially resistant to returning, ultimately reveals aspects of their humanity and contributions to science and art, which are valuable to society. The climax reveals the captain's struggle with control over the crew and the ship's fate, but as the story progresses, the crew's desires for purpose and connection lead them toward a path of reintegration into society, highlighting the importance of community and engagement with the world. (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. 31985
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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