02674cam a22004093u 4500 69213 UtSlPG 20260610134612.0 m cr n 260607r20221955utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Waltham, Leslie The 13th juror The thirteenth juror Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2022 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Produced from Startling Stories Summer 1955 Release date is 2022-10-23 Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net. "The 13th Juror" by Leslie Waltham is a science fiction novel written during the mid-20th century. Set in the 23rd century, the book explores a futuristic world where traditional concepts of crime and justice have transformed drastically. In this society, crime has practically ceased to exist, and emotions that could lead to crime are scrutinized through advanced technology, turning the court system into a venue for examining emotional responses rather than actions. The story revolves around John Hastings, who is put on trial for the emotion of hate he allegedly felt towards his wife, Mary. The narrative unfolds through a unique judicial process where jurors watch and analyze the defendant's thoughts as they relate to significant events in his life, such as his relationship with Mary and his suspicions of her infidelity. As Hastings presents his case, we see glimpses into their troubled marriage, his emotions, and the societal norms that dictate the trial. The climax sees a revelation that brings a deeper understanding of love and hate, leaving the reader to ponder the complexities of human relationships and emotions in an emotionally sterile society. Ultimately, the novel challenges readers to reflect on the thin boundaries between love and hate, and the essence of truth within personal experiences. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: United States: Standard Magazines, Inc., 1955 Science fiction Short stories Jealousy -- Fiction Space travelers -- Fiction Spouses -- Fiction Trials -- Fiction Poulton, Peter, 1914-1972 Produced from Startling Stories Summer 1955 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/69213 110009 110009