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The narrative introduces Ptath, the Shining One, revered as the deity of land, sea, and space. The story hints at his long relationship with humanity, including a sacrificial act that forged his connection with the people. As the plot unfolds, a character named Holroyd contemplates the god’s legacy and the possibility of his resurrection after millions of years, envisaging Ptath’s eventual reign over the world.
First publish date: 1947
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: A. E. van Vogt
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