The Final Figure: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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The Final Figure is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Merwin, Sam, Jr. (1910–1996).
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"The Final Figure" by Sam Merwin, Jr. is a science fiction novelet written in the early 1950s. The story revolves around a gifted model-maker, Angus MacReedy, whose incredible ability to foresee and craft miniature representations of future military weapons sparks interest and concern among military officials. The narrative explores themes of foresight in warfare, the intersection of creativity and duty, and the implications of possessing knowledge that could alter the course of conflict in a tension-filled world. The plot follows General Wales, who discovers the remarkable accuracy of MacReedy's models, particularly a miniature of a crucial weapon that has not yet been publicly disclosed. Alarmed by the implications of such prophetic talent falling into the wrong hands, Wales attempts to leverage MacReedy's abilities for national security while grappling with ethical dilemmas about personal freedom and responsibility. As the story progresses, it reveals a world where imagination can dictate reality, culminating in a chilling twist that underscores the value of knowledge and the price of innovation—both for the individual and society. Ultimately, the narrative questions whether foresight can truly predict the future or if it merely shapes the pathways to the inevitable.
Book and edition facts
- Title: The Final Figure
- Author credits: Merwin, Sam, Jr. (1910–1996)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Ordnance -- Fiction
- Science fiction
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- Category: Science-Fiction & Fantasy
- Science Fiction
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