TY  - BOOK
AU  - Barr,Stephen
AU  - Dillon,Diane
AU  - Dillon,Leo
TI  - The Back of Our Heads
T2  - Produced from Galaxy Science Fiction July 1958
AV  - PS 
PY  - 2016///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Science fiction
N1  - Release date is 2016-04-21; Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net; Original publication data not identified
N2  - "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.)
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/51823
ER  -