The Howard, Hayden 1925-2014 creator Freas, Kelly 1922-2005 text utu 2021 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Ethic of the Assassin" by Hayden Howard is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The story unfolds in a distant future where assassins have a rigid code of ethics, implying a complex interplay of contracts concerning life and death. The narrative centers around Doctor Jeff, who faces dire consequences due to the machinations of a powerful figure named Konrad, as well as the titular Assassin whose actions are dictated by tradition and necessity. The plot revolves around Jeff's struggle to save his pregnant wife, Kit, after she is kidnapped by Konrad, who has purchased her life with the help of The Assassin. As Jeff navigates treacherous waters, he attempts to strike a deal with The Assassin itself, offering to restore his sight in exchange for Kit's safety. Throughout the story, Jeff engages in a desperate quest that intertwines elements of morality, power dynamics, and the nature of human life. With rich world-building and tension-filled encounters, the novel explores themes of vengeance, ethical dilemmas, and the value of life within a futuristic society, ultimately leading to a climax filled with unexpected twists and resolution. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2021-01-16 Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Science fiction Physicians -- Fiction Assassins -- Fiction Life on other planets -- Fiction Spouses -- Fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64308 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/64308 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134500.0 64308