The Sound Of Silence

by Barbara Constant, Roger Melin (Narrator)

Most people, when asked to define the ultimate in loneliness, say it's being alone in a crowd. And it takes only one slight difference to make one forever alone in the crowd....
Science Fiction

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Public Domain stories from Project Gutenberg, that are read by volunteers.
First published in ”Analog Science Fact & Fiction”
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Genres: Science Fiction, Short Stories, Fiction, Classics, Psychology, Audiobook

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First published June 1, 1962

Reviews

[Prabha · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was quite an interesting read. Short and smart for it's time. I don't know how readers of this era would feel reading a story whose premise has mostly been covered in comic books or movies. But I quite enjoyed the trajectory of the book. Would definitely recommend this short piece of fiction!

[Kieran Reilly · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting short story originally published in Analog and now freely available.

[Rayna · Rating 5 out of 5]

This short story originally published in 1962 gives a glimpse inside the mind of a woman living with a very unique gift. A gift that has left her feeling outcast and alone for much of her life. This is a perfectly crafted short story that left me wanting more unfortunately there isn't much more writing to be found by Barbara Constant and for this we are all worse off.

[Jessica (JT) · Rating 4 out of 5]

I love how the twists in this story were revealed! Barbara Constant seems like a very good author. I wish she had written more.

[Kateblue · Rating 4 out of 5]

A well written short story. Although I figured it out early on, during the incident with the truck, I still found it enjoyable, if a bit dated in its attitudes toward psychiatry.

Also, it's free, always a selling point. Go here:

https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/30283

[Chris · Rating 3 out of 5]

Feels like a proto X-Men short story: a secretary comes to terms with her gift through the help of her psychiatrist. The stories key themes are of being alone and the importance of a sense of belonging.

Listened via audiobook - (Classic Science Fiction Podcast)

[Libby Chapman · Rating 4 out of 5]

This short story set up an intriguing premise but felt unfinished. I want to know more. 4 stars for the premise, but I feel slightly frustrated by this.

[gam s (Haveyouread.bkk) · Rating 2 out of 5]

It was ok

[Natalia Abril · Rating 5 out of 5]

Short but interesting, specially the way its written. The plotwist wasnt out of this world but I didnt see it coming and that's what its about.

[Kelda Anderson · Rating 4 out of 5]

A real feel good short story. If you're looking for something quick and easy to read with a nice happy ending. This is the one for you.

[Jessica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Listened to via the Public Domain Theater podcast.

[Katie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very entertaining short story. Well-crafted delivery.

[Atiesha Devachander Kejriwal · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read the book on serial reader, I loved how captivating it was and what an absurdly rational twist... makes you wonder... what is “normal”

[Leah Coffin · Rating 5 out of 5]

PEOPLE THIS STORY IS SO GOOD. Seriously, you should all read it. It starts out almost mundane, but it has an ending that I definitely wasn’t expecting. 10/10 would read about Lucky again.

[Sarah Powell]

Listened to through Public Domain Theater

[Katrina McCollough · Rating 5 out of 5]

A sci-fi-ish look at a woman who thinks she may be having mental problems but just needed to find her group.

[Susan Molloy · Rating 2 out of 5]

✒️ This is a very weak plot with a predictable dénouement. The plot plays along with the 1960s-70s ESP craze. 🗑 Other readers might— well, just read my mind to learn what I say further here.

📕Published— Analog Science Fiction and Fact, 1962 June. In the public domain.
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