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Hallucination Orbit assembles twelve science‑fiction narratives that examine the limits and quirks of the human mind when confronted with strange societies, unusual circumstances, and unconventional problems. The collection includes contributions by Isaac Asimov, Roald Dahl, Henry Kuttner, C. L. Moore, John Brunner, and others. Each story is followed by a concise analytical commentary that explores its psychological themes and speculative premises.
Readers encounter a diverse array of scenarios—from the surreal challenges of a sound machine to the introspective introspection of a mind that never forgets—offering both entertainment and thoughtful insight into human cognition and imagination.
First publish date: 1983
Genre: Psychology/General Psychology
Authors: Isaac Asimov
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