Bruna Science Fiction - 23: De weerbarstige orchidee

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An ordinary-looking London pub hides a vibrant gathering of writers, editors, scientists, and curious minds every Wednesday night. If you were fortunate enough to be guided there, you would encounter lively discussions, drinks, and the captivating stories of Harry Purvis, a scientist with a treasure trove of astonishing experiences. His tales include the bizarre murder plot involving a carnivorous orchid and a military computer that was reprogrammed to embrace pacifism. Other intriguing stories, like "SILENCE PLEASE," feature a spurned lover and a device meant to eliminate sound, while "BIG GAME HUNT" follows a researcher so engrossed in controlling animal behavior with electrical impulses that he overlooks a crucial detail. These narratives challenge logic and stretch the imagination, ensuring hours of engaging reading. Even if you question their authenticity, the collection promises entertainment and wonder. Among the stories included are "Silence Please," "Big Game Hunt," "Patent Pending," "Armaments Race," "Critical Mass," "The Ultimate Melody," "The Pacifist," "The Next Tenants," "Moving Spirit," "The Man Who Ploughed the Sea," "The Reluctant Orchid," "Cold War," "What Goes Up," "Sleeping Beauty," and "The Defenestration of Ermintrude."