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The Conquistadors Come

By Mary Elizabeth Counselman
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A party of Earth visitors lands on a lush, alien world and meets a fragile, deformed native people who revere physical beauty and have largely lost speech. The newcomers' appearance, voice, and simple gifts provoke ecstatic worship and fearful retreat in equal measure, and a few acts of kindness create intimate, uneasy moments. When the visitors discover a rich mineral deposit, admiration and pity are complicated by the prospect of extraction, producing a tense portrait of first contact, cultural misunderstanding, and the moral choice between profit and compassion.

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Mary Elizabeth Counselman

Mary Elizabeth Counselman was an American author known for her contributions to the genre of historical fiction and horror. Her notable works include "The Conquistadors Come," which explores themes of exploration and conquest, and "Witch-Burning," a chilling narrative that delves into the dark history of witch hunts. Counselman's writing often reflects a keen interest in the complexities of human nature and societal fears, making her a distinctive voice in early 20th-century literature. Through her engaging storytelling, she invites readers to reflect on the past and its implications for the present.

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