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Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net  a"A Stone and a Spear" by Raymond F. Jones is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The book explores themes of responsibility, the ethical implications of scientific advancements, and the future of warfare in a world increasingly ravaged by bioweaponry. Set against a backdrop of post-war tensions, it delves deep into the psyche of its characters, particularly focusing on the moral dilemmas faced by scientists in their pursuit of knowledge—especially when such knowledge can lead to mass destruction.  The story follows Dr. Curtis Johnson and his wife as they visit Dr. Hamon Dell, a former biochemist who has retreated to a truck farm after leaving a life of military research. As they navigate their interactions with Dell, who grapples with immense guilt over the toxins he has created, the narrative unveils a conspiracy involving future beings intent on preventing a devastating war that has already led to humanity's downfall. As Dell's health deteriorates, his insights challenge Johnson's views on science and ethics, compelling him to take a stand against the systemic destruction wrought by scientists. In the end, Johnson must choose between his former life and a new path as a farmer, believing that through agricultural means, he can help avert the very future Dell has foreseen. The novel presents a gripping exploration of the intersection between science, morality, and the very survival of humanity. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aScience fiction  aShort stories  aScientists -- Fiction  aWeapons -- Fiction1 aBunch, John 0aProduced from Galaxy Science Fiction December 195040uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51075  c91913d91913