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100 1 _aPeattie, Edward
245 1 4 _aThe Laboratorians
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2019
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
490 1 _aProduced from Worlds of If Science Fiction, May 1955
500 _aRelease date is 2019-04-13
508 _aProduced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"The Laboratorians" by Edward Peattie is a science fiction novel that was likely written in the mid-20th century. The story revolves around the dynamics of a research laboratory based on the Moon, highlighting the conflict between trained scientists and their assistants known as Laboratorians, who are vital yet underappreciated in their complex roles. This tension sets the stage for the exploration of themes related to scientific integrity, collaboration, and personal relationships within a high-stakes environment. The narrative follows Dr. Frank Whitemarsh, a promising scientist, as he navigates the challenges of managing a disorganized laboratory. Initially faced with a proud but ineffective cohort of Laboratorians, Whitemarsh attempts to impose standards and accountability, much to the chagrin of his colleagues, including the capable and strong-willed Dr. Sally Chester. As he uncovers a web of inaccuracies in the laboratory’s data due to the Laboratorians' lack of theoretical knowledge, Whitemarsh's rigid approach leads to dissatisfaction and conflict. Ultimately, despite his professional successes, he confronts the emotional costs of his actions and seeks redemption and connection with Sally, recognizing the need for cooperation and understanding in both science and personal life. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aScience fiction
653 _aShort stories
653 _aScientists -- Fiction
653 _aMoon -- Fiction
653 _aLaboratories -- Fiction
700 1 _aEmshwiller, Ed,
_d1925-1990
830 0 _aProduced from Worlds of If Science Fiction, May 1955
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/59267
999 _c100093
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