Martians Never Die

"Martians Never Die" by Lucius Daniel is a science fiction story set in the 1950s about interdimensional travel, human relationships, and encounters with aliens. Dr. Clyde Curtis enters the narrative by returning from a trip to Mars with an alien creature named Schaughtowl. The story is centered in a brick building that houses a specialized machine. The characters' emotional struggles and personal jealousies are major aspects as they await Dr. Curtis's return. As the story goes on, Stern, Curtis's opportunistic friend, struggles with jealousy and wants to eliminate Curtis. The story leaves readers to think about the true nature of the characters' relationships and the results of their actions in a twist that uses the concept of love and perception. The intertwining themes of loyalty, ambition, and the allure of the unknown invite reflection on human nature and desires.