02227cam a22003253u 4500 24005 UtSlPG 20260610133542.0 m cr n 260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Garrett, Randall, 1927-1987 But, I Don't Think Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2007 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2007-12-24 Produced by Greg Weeks, Bruce Albrecht, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "But, I Don't Think" by Randall Garrett is a science fiction novel likely written in the mid-20th century. The story revolves around a character known as The Guesser, whose unique predictive abilities are critical in space warfare, particularly in the operation of a merchant ship, the "Naipor". The narrative delves into themes of class disparity, identity, and the dangers of relying solely on technology in combat situations. The plot follows The Guesser as he navigates the complexities of ship life and the repercussions of an incident that leaves him declassified and without a home. After being shot and left for dead, he finds himself in a low-class area and forms an unlikely bond with a Class Six woman named Deyla, who proposes an audacious plan to escape their circumstances by infiltrating a Misfit ship. As The Guesser grapples with his identity, past failings, and painful memories, he must ultimately confront former colleagues and prove himself once more in a hierarchy that deems him unworthy. The story combines elements of tension and introspection, showcasing themes of survival and the quest for belonging amidst societal constraints. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Science fiction Social classes -- Fiction Precognition -- Fiction https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/24005 65007 65007