The Ambassadors From Venus

"The Ambassadors From Venus" by Kendell Foster Crossen is a science fiction story set on a post-apocalyptic Earth, exploring survival and humanity's future. Following an atomic war, Earth's survivors are presented with a chance to colonize Venus. Clyde Ellery, a scientist, is chosen to join this mission. As the colonists journey to Venus, they encounter an intelligent plant species that controls the planet, initially unseen. The story follows the conflicts of these new settlers with the plant life and each other. It highlights humanity's confrontation with its own nature when understanding the balance of nature and the responsibilities of encountering new forms of life. The narrative is a reminder of what comes from humanity's actions, and the complexities that arrive after the initial invitation.