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In a world ravaged by a global nuclear war, the early triumphs of the USSR force the United Nations government to retreat to the moon, abandoning troops and fearsome autonomous robots known as “Claws.” These relentless machines reproduce and evolve in hidden subterranean factories. After six grueling years of conflict, an urgent conference is called by the Soviets, prompting UN Major Joseph Hendricks to embark on a perilous journey to meet them. What he uncovers about the Claws along the way is far more alarming than he could have ever imagined. Originally published in the May 1953 edition of Space Science Fiction Magazine, this gripping tale is narrated by Gregg Margarite.

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    Variable Man (Version 2) by Philip K. Dick.

    Philip K. Dick wrote some great Science Fiction and here is an example. Published in 1953, in Space Science Fiction, t his story explores an earth that is rigidly bound both by centuries of single minded focus on war, and on what happens when humans have learned to depend entirely on a mechanical calculator/computer to tell them what to do. There is no room for a factor outside known factors, something to throw all calculations off. A man from the past. He fixed things—clocks, refrigerators, vidsenders and destinies. But he had no business in the future, where the calculators could not handle him. He was Earth’s only hope—and its sure failure!

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    3 ore e 6 min
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    "Deathworld" by Harry Harrison immerses listeners in a vividly crafted universe where survival is a constant battle against a hostile environment. This gripping tale explores themes of adaptation, resilience, and the lengths to which humanity will go to conquer the odds. As the protagonist navigates the treacherous landscape of a planet designed to challenge life at every turn, the story raises profound questions about the nature of existence and the human spirit's tenacity. Its enduring relevance lies in the exploration of survival against adversity, making it a compelling listen for anyone interested in the complexities of life and the struggle for survival in an unforgiving world.

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    2 ore e 12 min
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