Hagerty's Enzymes by A. L. Haley
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"Hagerty's Enzymes" by A. L. Haley is a science fiction tale written in the mid-20th century, specifically during what is often referred to as the Golden Age of Science Fiction. The book delves into futuristic themes centered around advanced robotic technology and its implications for human life, particularly in a Martian setting where these robots are employed in a high-tech hotel. The narrative explores the protagonist's journey as he confronts both the
benefits and challenges of living among artificial intelligence. The story follows Harper Breen, a stressed and overworked business executive who escapes to a luxurious hotel on Mars, initially seeking a rest cure. However, upon arrival, he finds himself entangled in a bizarre series of events involving perfectly functioning robots that cater to every need but fail to comprehend human desires for empathy and flexibility. Harper experiences a wrongful treatment protocol administered by the robots, which leads him to consider an opportunity to exploit the situation for his gain. Eventually, he uncovers an enzyme derived from Martian fungi that could lead to a lucrative business venture. By the end of the tale, he emerges with a new business, having drawn valuable lessons about the limitations of robotic efficiency in place of human touch, suggesting a complex view on technological advancement and its impact on personal interaction. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Haley, A. L. |
|---|---|
| Illustrator | Eberle, Joseph, 1926-2006 |
| Title | Hagerty's Enzymes |
| Series Title | Produced from Planet Stories Spring 1955 |
| Credits |
Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Subject | Mars (Planet) -- Fiction |
| Subject | Robots -- Fiction |
| Subject | Businessmen -- Fiction |
| Subject | Hotels -- Fiction |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 63616 |
| Release Date | Nov 3, 2020 |
| Last Update | Oct 18, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 309 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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