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100 1 _aDe Vet, Charles V.,
_d1911-1997
245 1 0 _aGramp
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
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 1962
500 _aRelease date is 2020-01-16
508 _aProduced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520 _a"Gramp" by Charles V. De Vet is a short story that falls within the science fiction genre, crafted during the early 1960s. The narrative explores themes of perception and understanding through the unique abilities of a young boy who perceives the thoughts and emotions of those around him as vivid mental pictures. The story dives into the complex relationship between the boy and his grandfather, affectionately referred to as Gramp, highlighting the challenges of being different in a society that often rejects those who stand out. The story unfolds through the eyes of the young protagonist, Little Joe, who possesses the extraordinary ability to see the thoughts and feelings of others as colorful images in his mind. This gift, however, becomes a double-edged sword as it leads to tension and misunderstandings, particularly when Gramp engages in dubious actions that trouble the boy. As they navigate the complexities of their secretive bond, Joe grapples with the moral dilemmas posed by his grandfather's questionable decisions. The climax reveals a poignant moment of realization and loss as Joe's innocent instinct to protect Gramp ultimately leads to a heartbreaking conclusion, leaving a lasting impression about the innocence of childhood and the weight of adult actions. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aScience fiction
653 _aShort stories
653 _aGrandparent and child -- Fiction
653 _aTelepathy -- Fiction
653 _aPsychic ability -- Fiction
830 0 _aProduced from Worlds of If Science Fiction, May 1962
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61186
999 _c102012
_d102012