05 - 5 Science Fiction Stories by Mack Reynolds by Mack Reynolds

Dive into the imaginative world of Mack Reynolds, one of my favorite science fiction authors, with five captivating early stories. In Medal of Honor, explore the psyche of a man who operates above the law‚Aîwhat happens when a self-centered drunk grapples with his unique moral code? Potential Enemy sheds light on the troubling influence of fear and paranoia on the human mind. In Happy Ending, we venture to a distant future where the last solar system-wide dictator has been vanquished‚Aîwhat will his fate be? This tale probes the depths of mental megalomania and its repercussions, leaving us questioning the true nature of a happy ending. A Gun For Hire takes a poignant yet humorous look at the life of hired guns, revealing the emotional toll of their profession. Finally, the collection wraps up with a laugh in a story set in Tangiers, teasing the idea of UFOs and challenging our perceptions of what is possible. Join me for this eclectic mix of thought-provoking narratives! - Summary by Phil Chenevert