Teething Ring by James Causey
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About this eBook
| Author | Causey, James, 1924-2003 |
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| Illustrator | Francis, Dick |
| Title | Teething Ring |
| Note | Reading ease score: 78.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Teething Ring" by James Causey is a science fiction short story written in the early 1950s. The narrative revolves around the interactions between Melinda Adams, a housewife, and an alien peddler named Porteous, who mistakenly believes she lives in a lower-class culture. The story explores themes of societal misunderstanding and the humorous consequences that arise when advanced technology encounters a seemingly primitive environment. In the tale, Melinda is initially annoyed by Porteous's visit but becomes intrigued by his array of alien gadgets. Despite her resistance, she engages with him, showcasing her life and cultural practices. When Porteous introduces a neural distorter, which he claims could enhance her son Harry Junior's intelligence, Melinda's protective instincts kick in. The story takes a twist when a Galactic Security officer arrives, revealing that Porteous's assumptions about Melinda's world were incorrect, thus raising questions about classification and cultural context. Ultimately, as Melinda reflects on the day’s events, Harry Junior demonstrates a uniquely childlike ambition, dreaming of grand achievements that feel hilariously out of reach. (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. | 29625 |
| Release Date | Aug 6, 2009 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 92 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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