Synopsis
A physics researcher late one night sees a silver man in the hallways of the university physics building.
History
First publication: Galileo, May 1978
Review
Very good for a first story. Excellent characterization of the main character Peter. The ending is rather ambiguous. I think Kessel wanted it that way, to leave you wondering, but it also leaves you hanging. Good to read though.
Videos
We have the story in these editions:
Galileo Number Eight, May 1978, edited by Charles C. Ryan, magazine, Avenue Victor Hugo, 1978-05-00