“But now the shots began—not many, but one shot is a fusillade if there have been no shots before.”
Book:A Case of Conscience
Quote by James Blish
Work
A Case of Conscience
In this thought-provoking science fiction novel, a human priest is sent on a mission to an alien world. His encounter with an intelligent, non-human species challenges his beliefs and raises profound questions about the nature of faith, ethics, and the unknown. more
Author
James Blish
James Blish, born on May 23, 1921, was an influential American science fiction author known for his diverse range of science fiction themes, including space opera, sociopolitical science fiction, and hard science fiction. His work, particularly the 'Cities in Flight' series, is considered a classic in the science fiction genre. more
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