02584cam a22004093u 4500 59157 UtSlPG 20260610134349.0 m cr n 260607r2019||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Fritch, Charles E., 1927-2012 Escape Mechanism Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2019 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Produced from Worlds of If Science Fiction, April 1955 Release date is 2019-03-30 Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net "Escape Mechanism" by Charles E. Fritch is a science fiction short story written in the mid-20th century. Set in a futuristic world, the narrative explores themes of escape from reality and self-discovery through the character of Abby Martin, who grapples with her dreams and the implications of her past. The story delves into the emotional landscape of loneliness and the search for connection in a mechanically governed society. The plot centers around Abby Martin, a guardian to her niece Linda, who often reflects on her life and the challenges of navigating a world dominated by technology and superficial relationships. As Abby experiences vivid dreams related to an amoeba creature from Venus, her life becomes entangled with themes of isolation, motherhood, and the consequences of her choices. The arrival of Dr. Gower, a medical professional with whom Abby has a complicated relationship, forces her to confront painful truths about her past, including the possibility that Linda is her biological daughter. Ultimately, the story culminates in Abby's struggle for self-acceptance and the meaning of true escape, revealing that often the most significant journey is within oneself. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Science fiction Short stories Psychological fiction Single women -- Fiction Human-alien encounters -- Fiction Telepathy -- Fiction Psychic ability -- Fiction Orban, Paul, 1896-1974 Produced from Worlds of If Science Fiction, April 1955 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59157 99983 99983