The Princess and the Physicist

"The Princess and the Physicist" by Evelyn E. Smith is a captivating science fiction story set on the planet Uxen, now influenced by Earth's presence. The story looks closely at the powers and responsibilities of Zen, a god-like figure, as he navigates the arrival of Earth scientists studying Uxen's unique rituals.. Professor Kendrick and Dr. Peter Hammond, hoping to study the local culture, unknowingly hire Princess Iximi as their maid, leading to comical situations and cultural clashes. The strained relationship between Zen, feeling unappreciated in his divine obligations, and the Earthmen provides a platform to explore themes of control, faith, and the ironies within their societal structures.