영어로 읽는 공상과학 소설 _ 에블린 E. 스미스의 야만인들
Evelyn E. Smith의 "The Ignoble Savages"는 1950년대에 발표된 SF 단편 소설이다. 이 작품은 Galaxy Science Fiction 잡지에 게재되었을 가능성이 높다. 제목은 Jean-Jacques Rousseau의 "고귀한 야만인(Noble Savage)" 개념을 뒤집은 것으로, Smith의 풍자적 접근을 암시한다. 이 소설은 아마도 외계 문명이나 미래 사회를 배경으로, 문명과 야만의 개념을 재해석하고 있을 것이다. Smith는 이 작품에서 그녀의 특징적인 유머와 날카로운 사회 비평을 통해 인류 중심주의, 문화적 우월감, 그리고 '문명화'의 개념에 대한 비판을 展開했을 가능성이 높다. 소설은 당시의 식민주의적 사고방식이나 인종차별적 태도에 대한 간접적인 비판을 담고 있을 것으로 추정된다.
Reading Science Fiction in English _ The Ignoble Savages by Evelyn E. Smith
Evelyn E. Smith's "The Ignoble Savages" is a science fiction short story published in the 1950s. It was most likely published in Galaxy Science Fiction magazine. The title is a reversal of Jean-Jacques Rousseau's concept of the "Noble Savage," hinting at Smith's satirical approach. The novel is probably set in an alien civilization or a future society, reinterpreting the concepts of civilization and savagery. In this work, Smith likely uses her signature humor and sharp social commentary to criticize anthropocentrism, cultural superiority, and the concept of "civilization." The novel is likely to contain indirect criticism of the colonialist mindset and racist attitudes of the time.
Summary
Snaddra had but one choice in its fight to afford to live belowground?underhandedly pretend theirs was an aboveboard society!
"Go Away from me, Skkiru," Larhgan said, pushing his hand off her arm. "A beggar does not associate with the high priestess of Snaddra."
"But the Earthmen aren't due for another fifteen minutes," Skkiru protested.
"Of what importance are fifteen minutes compared to eternity!" she exclaimed. Her lovely eyes fuzzed softly with emotion. "You don't seem to realize, Skkiru, that this isn't just a matter of minutes or hours. It's forever."
