〈영어로 읽는 SF소설 _ 키스 라우머의 도박꾼의 세계〉
“Gambler’s World “는 키스 라우머(Keith Laumer)가 1961년에 출판한 공상과학 소설이다.
이 소설은 외계 종족과의 외교에서 그들의 문화를 맹목적으로 따르기보다 상황을 직시하는 주인공의 태도를 보여준다. 주인공 Retief가 주방에서 무엇을 할지, 그의 행동이 협상에 어떤 영향을 미칠지 궁금증을 자아내는 작품이다.
〈Science fiction novels read in English_ Gambler’s World by Keith Laumer 〉
“Gambler’s World” is a science fiction novel published in 1961 by Keith Laumer.
In diplomacy with alien races, this novel shows the attitude of the protagonist who faces the situation rather than blindly following their culture. This is a work that raises curiosity about what the main character, Retief, will do in the kitchen and how his actions will affect the negotiations.
Summary
Diplomat Retief is preparing with his colleagues to attend a banquet on the planet Petreac. Ambassador Crodfoller urges his staff to adhere to the traditions of the Nenni, the planet's ruling class.
But Retief thinks the Nenni don't seem very smart and that there's a lot going on that they don't know about. As they enter the banquet hall, an accident occurs where a servant drops a tray. Magnan gets angry at the servant, but Retief reacts calmly.
The ambassador who witnessed this reprimands Retief, saying his behavior is unbecoming of the Nenni. Magnan also advises Retief to learn the Nenni's attitude, but Retief says he does not like their behavior...
