A Zloor for Your Trouble!

Name: A Zloor for Your Trouble!
Author: Mack Reynolds

By Mack Reynolds

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A small, hard‑nosed professional hunter is recruited and wagered into a government commission to capture a tiny Martian creature called a zloor. The narrative follows his brisk preparation, impatient bargaining, and journey off Earth, and then shifts to the practical challenges of tracking and securing a delicate, unfamiliar life form under pressure. Along the way the story treats motives of profit, scientific curiosity, and bureaucratic secrecy with a wry, lightly comic sensibility, and it culminates in the specimen's retrieval and the practical, sometimes ironic consequences of bringing alien biology into human hands.

About the Author

Mack Reynolds

Mack Reynolds was an American science fiction and fantasy author known for his engaging storytelling and exploration of social themes. He contributed significantly to the genre during the mid-20th century, producing a diverse body of work that includes novels and short stories. Among his notable titles is "Black Man's Burden," which reflects his interest in race and societal issues. Reynolds often infused his narratives with elements of adventure and political commentary, making his works both entertaining and thought-provoking. His writing continues to resonate with readers interested in speculative fiction that challenges conventional perspectives.