
THE CHAPTER ENDS - Novelet of Latter Years - by Poul Anderson
A weary traveler from the distant world of Fulkhis arrives on a quiet, timeless Earth, where the ancient hills and simple villages whisper of humanity’s deep roots. He meets Kormt, a venerable elder of Solis Township, whose calm presence embodies the stubborn resilience of a people who have watched the stars change while their own lives remain rooted in soil and tradition. The two grapple with a fundamental question: can a civilization truly abandon the planet that shaped its very being, or does the essence of humanity linger forever in the earth beneath its feet?
The story unfolds as Jorun, burdened by centuries of alien duty, confronts the stark contrast between his technologically advanced people and the humble, agrarian folk of Earth. Their dialogue weaves philosophy with vivid description, inviting listeners to feel the scent of fresh‑turned earth, hear the clatter of wooden clogs, and glimpse a world on the brink of a decision that could reshape the future of both species.
Language
en
Duration
~50 minutes (48K characters)
Series
The psychotechnic league; bk. 10.
Publisher of text edition
Project Gutenberg
Credits
Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Release date
Oct 14, 2012
Rights
Public domain in the USA.
Subjects

1926–2001
A master of science fiction and fantasy, he wrote with unusual range—from hard-science adventure to mythic storytelling—and kept readers hooked for more than half a century.
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