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100	1		_aSmith, George O. _q(George Oliver), _d1911-1981
245	1	0	_aVocation
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2022
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
490	1		_aProduced from Astounding Science-Fiction, April 1945
500			_aRelease date is 2022-06-05
508			_aGreg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net.
520			_a"Vocation" by George O. Smith is a science fiction narrative likely written in the mid-20th century, specifically during the 1940s. The story revolves around themes of intellectual growth and the consequences of technological advancement, focusing on the interactions between humans and an advanced alien race that possesses interstellar travel capabilities and knowledge of a powerful energy source known as "directive power." The plot delves into the idea of readiness and understanding when it comes to harnessing such technologies and the implications they carry. The main storyline follows Andrew Tremaine, a determined journalist seeking answers about the mysterious alien Gerd Lel Rayne and his people, who possess knowledge beyond that of humanity. As Andrew grapples with feelings of inadequacy and curiosity, he learns that his race must earn the right to access the secrets of interstellar travel and energy manipulation, suggesting a philosophical journey of maturity and self-discovery. Throughout their conversations, Gerd expresses the need for humanity to evolve naturally rather than through the artificial enhancement of intellect. The tension builds as Andrew considers ways to break through mental barriers but ultimately realizes the inherent danger of potential misuse of such powers. The tale concludes with a poignant acknowledgment of human limitations and the necessary growth required to achieve true understanding, leaving readers to ponder the balance between knowledge and responsibility. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_pOriginally published: _cUnited States: Street & Smith Publications, Incorporated, 1945
653			_aScience fiction
653			_aHuman-alien encounters -- Fiction
700	1		_aWilliams, A. _q(Arthur)
830		0	_aProduced from Astounding Science-Fiction, April 1945
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/68247
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