02394cam a22003493u 4500 51823 UtSlPG 20260610134208.0 m cr n 260607r2016||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Barr, Stephen The Back of Our Heads Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2016 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Produced from Galaxy Science Fiction July 1958 Release date is 2016-04-21 Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "The Back of Our Heads" by Stephen Barr is a science fiction novella, originally published in the late 1950s. This work explores themes of identity, existence, and the nature of consciousness as it intertwines with various timelines and forms of existence. Through a narrative that oscillates between different lives and eras, it offers a profound commentary on the human experience and connection across time. The story revolves around a central character, often referred to as “she,” who traverses from life to death and back again, assuming various forms, primarily female. This character engages in dialogues regarding her experiences across different existences, covering moments from primitive times to more contemporary settings, ultimately revealing how humanity grapples with loss, understanding, and transformation. As she reflects on her past lives and the societal structures encountered, the character finds herself confronting profound questions about autonomy, the roles of women, the nature of knowledge, and the impact of one's past on the present. The dialogue-driven format facilitates a rich exploration of philosophical ideas entwined with comedic elements, providing both depth and intrigue for readers. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Science fiction Dillon, Diane, 1933- Dillon, Leo, 1933-2012 Produced from Galaxy Science Fiction July 1958 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51823 92657 92657