5 Science Fiction Stories by Mac Reynolds

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Dallas McCord “Mac” Reynolds is one of the true greats that have shaped the face of American science fiction in the 20th century. Having written under numerous pen names – including Dallas Ross,Mark Mallory and Guy McCord, his approach towards exploring socioeconomic, psychological and political concepts throughout his stories has lead to the creation of some of the most complex and well-designed plot lines you will find in early sci-fi works.

The five stories included in this collection are: Medal of Honor, Potential Enemy, Happy Ending, A Gun for Hire and I’m a Stranger Here Myself. While they are all set in different times and designed to explore widely diverse themes, they all bear the unmistakable signature of Mac Reynolds, while also showcasing his knack for coming up with complex, unexpected situations that will have you glued to your seat as you read.

Perhaps the most interesting story from a psychological point of view is Medal of Honor. It offers a unique glimpse into the mind of a unique character created by Mac Reynolds – a self-centered drunk who seems to be above the law.

Humanity often allows itself to be controlled and driven by fear – an issue that becomes the main theme of Potential Enemy, Reynolds’ second story. While still a science fiction story, its focus is mainly social, with the author’s unmistakable style keeping even modern readers on edge.

What will it be like when the last remaining dictator is defeated?When the story takes place in the future, and the dictator in question controls an entire solar system, things might be a little different, as is the case in Happy Ending.

The fourth story, Gun for Hire,also explores the darker hues of humanity, while, in contrast, Reynolds’ final story is a lighthearted and imaginative tale about UFOs set in the very near future.


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