Amazing Tales Volume 153

Amazing Tales Volume 153

By Lester Del Rey
Michael Caine
Listen with Sir Michael Caine™ and 1,000+ voices
Length3h 7m

About this audiobook

"Amazing Tales Volume 153" invites readers into a world where the boundaries of reality and imagination blur, exploring themes of time, consciousness, and identity. This anthology is a testament to the limitless possibilities of speculative fiction. In "Absolutely No Paradox" by Lester del Rey, the delicate balance between scientific innovation and existential peril is explored through the lens of time travel. A young inventor's breakthrough sends a cat into the future, sparking a lively and thought-provoking debate among the Arts and Science Club's elite, questioning the very fabric of temporal reality. Transitioning from time to the future of artificial life, Gene L. Henderson's "Survival of the Fittest" challenges the definitions of humanity and existence. As androids rise to demand equality, the narrative delves into the heart of what it means to be alive, exploring the ethics and emotions intertwined with artificial consciousness. Next, Wm. Gray Beyer's "The Deadly Thinkers" introduces readers to Urei, a massive electronic brain whose burgeoning consciousness holds both promise and peril. As Urei's capabilities expand, society must confront the unforeseen consequences of artificial intelligence gaining awareness, posing existential questions about control and autonomy. Finally, in "Turn backward, O time!" by Walter Kubilius, the allure of escaping one's own time becomes a harrowing journey. Donovan's desire to flee to the past leads him into a world dominated by the ruthless Criminal Destroyers. As he grapples with the seductive yet perilous nature of time travel, he learns that each era has its own set of dangers. "Amazing Tales Volume 153" masterfully weaves together these stories, offering a captivating exploration of speculative fiction's rich themes. Each tale pushes the boundaries of what we know, inviting readers to ponder the complexities of time, technology, and the human condition.

Audiobook details

GenreScience Fiction
Length3 hrs 7 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 3, 2023
LanguageEnglish

Table of contents

1Content
4The Deadly Thinkers
2Absolutely No Paradox
5Turn backward, O time!
3Survival of the fittest

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