Death of a Spaceman by Walter M. Miller
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| Author | Miller, Walter M., 1923-1996 |
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| Illustrator | Schroeder, Ernest |
| Title | Death of a Spaceman |
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| Summary | "Death of a Spaceman" by Walter M. Miller Jr. is a poignant short story written in the mid-20th century, reflecting the complexities of mortality and the human experience from the perspective of an aging astronaut facing death. The narrative poignantly explores themes of acceptance, family bonds, and the introspective journey of a man who has lived his life among the stars but is now confined to his hospital bed as his life comes to an end. The story centers around Old Donegal, a retired astronaut, as he confronts his impending death while surrounded by his family, including his wife Martha and his daughter Nora. As he reflects on his life spent exploring space, Donegal grapples with his deteriorating physical condition and the emotional struggles of those who care for him, especially as he learns of his grandson Ken's disinterest in pursuing a similar path in space travel. Interspersed with nostalgic memories, humor, and frank discussions about mortality, the narrative highlights his desire for one last experience of the space he loved, culminating in a symbolic final blast-off that intertwines with the reality of his death, leaving readers to ponder the meaning of life, legacy, and acceptance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Science fiction |
| Subject | Short stories |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 29643 |
| Release Date | Aug 9, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 72 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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