Sam, This Is You

Name: Sam, This Is You
Author: Murray Leinster

By Murray Leinster

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The story follows Sam Yoder, a telephone lineman whose experimental device unexpectedly links him with his own voice from a future date. The future self supplies private information, pinpoints faults on a party line, and urges a scheme to profit by coordinated actions across time. Sam builds a gadget to close the loop, discovers practical benefits and moral tension, and navigates his engagement to Rosie while weighing privacy, pride, and temptation. The narrative combines technical ingenuity, light romance, and humorous complications arising from communicating with a future self.

About the Author

Murray Leinster

Murray Leinster was an American science fiction writer known for his prolific output and innovative storytelling. With over 60 published works, he contributed significantly to the genre, exploring themes of technology, space exploration, and human experience. His notable works include "A Matter of Importance" and "Creatures of the Abyss," which showcase his ability to blend adventure with thought-provoking concepts. Leinster's writing often reflects a keen interest in the implications of scientific advancements, making him a key figure in early 20th-century speculative fiction. His legacy continues to influence contemporary science fiction authors.