“Death Is the Penalty”
1949-01-00
short story
By Judith Merril

Synopsis

Two scientist have a secret relationship that is forbidden in their world.

History

First publication: Astounding, January 1949

Review

A nice story with a bit of a twist ending. The story is too short for much character development, mostly we see this world of 2074, and it is interesting. Recommended, but not a Top Tale.


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We have the story in these editions:

Homecalling and Other Stories, hardcover, NESFA Press, 2005-01-00