영어로 읽는 공상과학 소설 _ 알지스 버드리스의 우주 조종사의 야망
Desire No More는 1954년에 발표된 Algis Budrys의 SF 단편 소설이다. 이 작품은 인간의 욕망과 그것의 통제에 관한 이야기를 다루며, 미래 사회에서 인간의 기본적 욕구와 감정이 어떻게 조절되고 억제되는지를 탐구한다. 소설은 당시 1950년대의 사회 통제와 개인의 자유에 대한 우려를 SF적 상상력으로 표현했으며, 욕망의 제거가 가져올 수 있는 인간성 상실의 위험을 경고하고 있다. 특히 이 작품은 Budrys의 초기 작품임에도 그의 특징적인 심리적 통찰과 인간 본성에 대한 깊은 고찰을 보여준다.
Science Fiction Novels in English _ Desire No More by Algis Budrys
Desire No More is a science fiction short story by Algis Budrys published in 1954. It deals with the story of human desire and its control, and explores how basic human desires and emotions are controlled and suppressed in a future society. The novel expresses the concerns of the 1950s about social control and individual freedom with science fiction imagination, and warns of the danger of loss of humanity that can result from the elimination of desire. In particular, this work, although it is one of Budrys's early works, shows his characteristic psychological insight and deep reflection on human nature.
Summary
He had but one ambition, one desire: to pilot the first manned rocket to the moon. And he was prepared as no man had ever prepared himself before....
"Desire No More" by Algis Budrys is a science fiction novel written in the early 1950s. The story centers around Martin Isherwood, a young man with the singular ambition of piloting the first manned rocket to the moon. The narrative explores his struggle against societal disbelief and personal doubts while detailing his unwavering dedication to achieving his dream, all set against a backdrop of a nascent space age. The plot follows Martin Isherwood, who, despite his father's ridicule and societal skepticism about the possibility of manned rockets, dedicates his life to becoming a rocket pilot. As he gains experience and recognition, he becomes increasingly isolated in his pursuit of this dream, eventually leading to a critical point when he successfully lands on the moon. However, the journey to that point reveals his lack of connections in life beyond flying, which raises concerns about his mental state. In a twist of fate, a psychiatrist intervenes, stripping him of the thrill of discovery during his expedition, rendering the achievement hollow. The story ultimately presents a reflection on ambition, sacrifice, and the costs of pursuing a single-minded goal, portraying a profound sense of emptiness despite monumental success.
