X Minus One

This is the diary of the tragic seconnd expedition to Landor, a well-built, but deserted planet. Only 2 of 180 men are left. A plague will strike the men on this planet because the serum they brought is outdated. They hope the natives of the planet have a cure, but the natives stay hidden in caves in the planet. They hope that the natives will extend some courtesy. Although the story is well-told, the reason for the plague is high-handed and unscientific. August 18, 1955 Rating: ** 1/2

Really odd story in that the actual logic of it is so vague and unconvincing that it's little more than a bland statement about how we should be nicer, which, to be fair, we should be. But still...

I notice with interest how the earthmen always deal with the 'natives' it's always with supreme arrogance and indifferance to their needs. This is a common attitude amongst the stories of this era. I wonder if it really was a common attitude in the western world. Darwin seems to have relegated anyone of a differant colour or culture to a lower status than we 'sophisicated' white folk.

Where can I buy this series?

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