"Indirection" by Everett B. Cole is a science fiction story about Elwar Forell, a young man in a simple society, who has a gift for telling stories. He is trained by a wise teacher who knows secrets about the universe and has advanced technology. When a drought puts his community in danger, Elwar's curiosity accidentally awakens powerful forces. Galactic groups realize that this growing culture could be a problem if they learn too much about the universe. Elwar must now use his stories to encourage peace and make these powerful aliens seem like they are there to help, all while hiding the real truth about their existence. The story follows Elwar as he lives a double life as a storyteller and a key piece in a much larger cosmic plan.
Indirection
By Everett B. Cole
In a world unknowingly entangled in galactic politics, a storyteller must use his narratives to shape perceptions and conceal cosmic truths to protect his people.
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2007-11-05
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About the AuthorEverett B. Cole (1910-2001) was an American writer of science fiction short stories and a professional soldier. He fought at Omaha Beach during World War II and worked as a signal maintenance and property officer at Fort Douglas, Utah, retiring in 1960. He got a bachelor's degree in Math and Physics and became a Math, Physics, and Chemistry teacher at Yorktown High School in Texas. His first science fiction story, "Philosophical Corps" was published in the magazine Astounding in 1951. His fix-up of that story and two others, The Philosophical Corps, was published by Gnome Press in 1962. A second novel, The Best Made Plans, was serialized in Astounding in 1959, but never published in book form. He also co-authored historical books about the south Texas region.
Everett B. Cole (1910-2001) was an American writer of science fiction short stories and a professional soldier. He fought at Omaha Beach during World War II and worked as a signal maintenance and property officer at Fort Douglas, Utah, retiring in 1960. He got a bachelor's degree in Math and Physics and became a Math, Physics, and Chemistry teacher at Yorktown High School in Texas. His first science fiction story, "Philosophical Corps" was published in the magazine Astounding in 1951. His fix-up of that story and two others, The Philosophical Corps, was published by Gnome Press in 1962. A second novel, The Best Made Plans, was serialized in Astounding in 1959, but never published in book form. He also co-authored historical books about the south Texas region.
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