Disqualified by Charles L. Fontenay
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| Author | Fontenay, Charles L., 1917-2007 |
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| Illustrator | Freas, Kelly, 1922-2005 |
| Title | Disqualified |
| Note | Reading ease score: 75.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Disqualified" by Charles L. Fontenay is a science fiction novella written in the mid-20th century. The story delves into a futuristic inspection of a colonized planet, raising significant ethical questions about civilization, class differences, and the treatment of sentient beings. The narrative primarily centers on an encounter between representatives of a Galactic Council and the inhabitants of a newly visited planet. The plot follows Tardo, a Planetary Aid agent, and his companion Peo as they conduct an inspection of Saranta's agrarian society, searching for any signs of slavery and wrongdoing. Initially captivated by the seemingly peaceful and prosperous existence of the planet's citizens, Tardo grows suspicious about the social structures present beneath the surface. As he observes their meals, the abundance of food, and the cheerful demeanor of the locals, he deduces that the apparent tranquility masks a darker reality: there exists another class of beings who are treated as less than human, effectively relegated to a state of subjugation. Concluding that the development of such a society should not be aided, he rejects any support from the Council, emphasizing an ethical stance against aiding systems that perpetuate subjugation and inequality. (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. | 30251 |
| Release Date | Oct 14, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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