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Philip K. Dick

In a world ravaged by a global nuclear war, the early triumphs of the USSR force the United Nations government to retreat to the moon, abandoning troops and fearsome autonomous robots known as “Claws.” These relentless machines reproduce and evolve in hidden subterranean factories. After six grueling years of conflict, an urgent conference is called by the Soviets, prompting UN Major Joseph Hendricks to embark on a perilous journey to meet them. What he uncovers about the Claws along the way is far more alarming than he could have ever imagined. Originally published in the May 1953 edition of Space Science Fiction Magazine, this gripping tale is narrated by Gregg Margarite.

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  • August 15 · 9 hr 5 min

    Chessmen of Mars (version 2)-Edgar Rice Burroughs

    In a world ravaged by a global nuclear war, the early triumphs of the USSR force the United Nations government to retreat to the moon, abandoning troops and fearsome autonomous robots known as “Claws.” These relentless machines reproduce and...

  • August 11 · 3 hr

    Enchantress Of Venus-Leigh Douglass Brackett

    In a world ravaged by a global nuclear war, the early triumphs of the USSR force the United Nations government to retreat to the moon, abandoning troops and fearsome autonomous robots known as “Claws.” These relentless machines reproduce and...

  • August 10 · 1 hr 42 min

    Runaway Skyscraper-Murray Leinster

    In a world ravaged by a global nuclear war, the early triumphs of the USSR force the United Nations government to retreat to the moon, abandoning troops and fearsome autonomous robots known as “Claws.” These relentless machines reproduce and...

  • August 10 · 1 hr 31 min

    Knights of Arthur-Frederik Pohl

    In a world ravaged by a global nuclear war, the early triumphs of the USSR force the United Nations government to retreat to the moon, abandoning troops and fearsome autonomous robots known as “Claws.” These relentless machines reproduce and...

  • August 8 · 1 hr 40 min

    Comet Doom-Edmond Hamilton

    "Comet Doom" by Edmond Hamilton explores the thrilling and perilous consequences of a cosmic catastrophe that threatens humanity's existence. As a powerful comet approaches Earth, the story delves into themes of survival, resilience, and the human...

  • August 7 · 7 hr 46 min

    Drop in Infinity-Gerald Grogan

    "Drop in Infinity-Gerald Grogan" invites listeners into a thought-provoking exploration of existence and perception. Through its unique narrative, the book challenges our understanding of reality and the infinite possibilities that lie within it....

  • August 6 · 1 hr 21 min

    Return-John J. McGuire, H. Beam Piper

    "Return" by John J. McGuire and H. Beam Piper invites listeners into a thought-provoking narrative that explores themes of identity, legacy, and the cyclical nature of human experience. This gripping tale delves into the consequences of past actions...

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