02348cam a22003493u 4500 72483 UtSlPG 20260610134657.0 m cr n 260607r20231953utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Ashby, Richard The vertigo hook Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2023 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Produced from Fantastic Universe October-November 1953. Release date is 2023-12-23 Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "The Vertigo Hook" by Richard Ashby is a science fiction novella likely written in the early to mid-20th century. This intriguing narrative explores themes of time travel and the consequences of technological advances, particularly in the context of warfare, following the aftermath of the Civil War. The story hints at a fascinating intersection of historical figures and speculative fiction, aiming to re-examine the outcome of past conflicts through a speculative lens. The plot revolves around Ed Wilkes, a mathematics professor, who is approached by Major Peter Hall for a secret military project involving the development of advanced weapon technology. Alongside fellow professor Julie Mosby, they discuss the implications of their work, invoking historical references and the legacy of Mosby's Civil War heroism. As the characters navigate their responsibilities and ethical dilemmas, an unseen entity, the Irritant, attempts to influence their thoughts amid the secrecy of their project. The story culminates in a blend of wit, science, and historical inquiry, highlighting how past events and knowledge may shape future outcomes in unforeseen ways. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Originally published: New York, NY: King-Size Publications, Inc., 1953 Science fiction Short stories Time travel -- Fiction Produced from Fantastic Universe October-November 1953. https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/72483 113208 113208