Report an issue
Tell us what's wrong and we'll take a look.
Thanks – we got it. We'll review and follow up if needed.
This is a collection of eleven short stories about robots that are compiled from various sources.
The stories are:
1. Arm of the Law
2. The Velvet Glove
3. Survival Tactics
4. Beside Still Waters
5. A Spaceship Named McGuire
6. Service with a Smile
7. The Helpful Robots
8. Robots of the World! Arise!
9. The Love of Frank Nineteen
10. Benefactor
11. The Stutterer
This delightful collection of robot tales brings together a rich tapestry of imagination, insight, and curiosity about the future of human-robot interaction. From humorous scenarios to profound moral questions, each story offers a unique perspective on artificial intelligence and what it means to be human. Whether you're drawn to the gentle charm of a robot gentleman or the eerie consequences of a thinking spaceship, these timeless narratives invite readers of all ages to reflect, dream, and wonder.
Robert Sheckley
Robert Sheckley lives in Portland, Oregon. He is one of the great living writers of SF and fantasy, and is well-known as an author of detective fiction. He is distinguished by a bright, witty, pyrotechnic prose style and a portrayal of humorous absurdities in his fiction. He has been writing since the 1950s, and is the author of more than forty books, many of which have been translated worldwide.
More by Robert Sheckley
Why Readwise Books?
Readwise Books is an ebook & audiobook platform that automatically logs how much you and your friends read, making it fun and easy to read more. Learn more →