De Vet, Charles V. 1911-1997 creator Emshwiller, Ed 1925-1990 text utu 2024 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Death of a Mutant" by Charles V. De Vet is a short science fiction story published in the mid-20th century, specifically in 1957. This book explores themes of societal acceptance and the consequences of fear towards individuals who possess extraordinary abilities. The narrative delves into the life of a boy with unique powers, illuminating how society reacts to those who are different and the often tragic outcome of misunderstanding. The story centers around a peculiar boy who exhibits extraordinary abilities, which lead him to be branded as a killer. After being apprehended by Sheriff Derwin for the suspected murders of thirty people, the boy remains an enigmatic figure who struggles to communicate and navigate the expectations placed upon him. Through interactions with the sheriff and various townspeople, it becomes apparent that the boy's killings may be tied to those who were already suffering or in pain. The narrative presents a moral quandary about his actions: whether he truly intends harm or if he is acting from a place of misunderstanding. Ultimately, as the boy attempts to escape and find freedom, he is met with violence and fear, culminating in a tragic conclusion that underscores the book's themes of alienation and the consequences of societal rejection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2024-04-19 Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Originally published: New York, NY: Headline Publications, Inc., 1956 Science fiction Short stories Psychic ability -- Fiction Mutation (Biology) -- Fiction PS New York, NY: Headline Publications, Inc., 1956 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73431 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/73431 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134711.0 73431