New Lamps

"New Lamps" by Robert Moore Williams is a science fiction story placed on Mars, where Jim Ronson, a bio-physicist from Earth, goes on a quest to find Les Ro, a Martian rumored to have knowledge that can solve human problems like cancer. Ronson's journey gets rough as he deals with tough Martian conditions, the local's lack of care for humans, and unexpected help from Jennie Ware, an author wanting to reveal Les Ro's secrets. Facing Martian criminals and big dangers, Ronson and Jennie's adventure brings them to Les Ro, who has healing powers. The story ends with a challenge for the characters to face their fears and create a new direction for humans and Martians by sharing their knowledge.