Off Course: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Off Course is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Reynolds, Mack (1917–1983).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Off Course" by Mack Reynolds is a science fiction novella written in the early 1950s. The story revolves around the unexpected arrival of an alien named Dameri Tass, who lands on Earth in a peculiar spacecraft. Set against a backdrop of governmental intrigue and public anticipation, the narrative explores themes of communication and misunderstanding between vastly different cultures. In the plot, Patrolmen Larry Dermott and Tim Casey initially believe they are encountering a new military aircraft, only to find it inhabited by the colorful and perplexed Dameri Tass. As the alien learns to communicate through a device that allows him to understand human speech, chaos unfolds, leading to a highly anticipated presentation at the United Nations. However, the grand event culminates in confusion as Dameri Tass reveals that he is not an envoy of peace but a collector from another planet. With comical misunderstandings and witty dialogue, the story critiques the human tendency to project expectations onto the unknown, ultimately reflecting on the absurdities of both alien and human cultures.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Off Course
- Author credits: Reynolds, Mack (1917–1983)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Science fiction
- Short stories
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- Category: Humour
- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Science Fiction
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