〈영어로 읽는 SF소설 _ 키스 라우머의 기억의 흔적〉
“A Trace of Memor"는 SF와 추측 소설로 유명한 키스 라우머(Keith Laumer)가 1963년에 출판한 단편 소설이다.
소설은 미스터리한 분위기를 풍기며 군 경력자인 Legion이 Foster의 제안을 받아들이면서 다양한 모험이 펼쳐질지에 대한 궁금증을 유발한다.
1장은 그 자체로 독립적인 이야기처럼 읽히면서도, 전체 소설의 흥미진진한 전개를 예고하는 훌륭한 도입부다. Laumer는 특유의 날카로운 문체와 심리적 깊이를 통해, 독자를 이야기 속으로 깊이 빠져들게 만든다. 앞으로의 장에서 이들이 어떤 모험을 펼치게 될지 기대하게 만들며, 독자의 호기심을 자극한다.
〈Science fiction novels read in English_ A Trace of Memory by Keith Laumer 〉
“A Trace of Memor” is a short story published in full in 1963 by Keith Laumer, famous for science fiction and speculative fiction.
The novel exudes a mysterious atmosphere, raising curiosity about what various adventures will unfold as Legion, a military veteran, accepts Foster's offer.
Chapter 1 reads like an independent story in itself, but is a great introduction that foreshadows the exciting development of the entire novel. Laumer draws readers deeply into the story through his unique sharp writing style and psychological depth. It makes us look forward to what adventures they will have in the coming chapters and stimulates the reader's curiosity.
Summary
The main character, Legion, is living a ruined life and visits Foster after seeing an advertisement. Legion used to work for the Army Intelligence Agency, but was kicked out due to an accident, and has since lived a life of poverty, working as a private investigator, casino employee, and used car salesman.
Foster hopes to regain Legion's confidence by suggesting him do dangerous and adventurous things. Foster has been advertising for a long time and looking for someone like Legion.
The Legion is wary of Foster's proposal, but also has its doubts. Foster asks Legion if he knows anyone with amnesia...
