Export Commodity by Irvin E. Cox
The novel explores the intersection of colonialism and capitalism through the story of a young man who becomes embroiled in the exploitation of a valuable natural resource. The narrative delves into themes of power dynamics, cultural imperialism, and economic manipulation.
By Irvin E. Cox · First published 1979 · Genre: Science Fiction, Speculative Fiction, Adventure · 7,085 words
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Henig was sent to obtain a soil sample of / the planet. It was a routine assignment, but not / necessarily the only method for discovering an --
Three of the hairless bipeds stood in front of the frame building / talking. Concealed by the brush beyond the road, Henig studied / them carefully. These were the dominant species on this primitive / world, unspeakably grotesque things. The pale, white skinned animals / had a culture of sorts -- their language, their buildings, their / wheeled vehicles testified to that -- but an animal society was very / different from the rational civilization Henig knew.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Irvin E. Cox
- Date: 1979 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Science Fiction, Speculative Fiction, Adventure, Psychological Fiction, Social Commentary
- Length: 7,085 words
- Structure: 1 section, 100 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)
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Genres
- Science Fiction — The narrative involves space exploration, alien species, and advanced technology, which are central elements of science fiction.
- Speculative Fiction — The story explores hypothetical scenarios about alien encounters and the impact of emotions on a logical civilization.
- Adventure — The plot follows a protagonist on a mission in an unknown world, facing physical and moral challenges.
- Psychological Fiction — The narrative delves into the protagonist's internal conflict between logic and emotion, highlighting psychological themes.
Tags
Economic Theory · International Trade · Commodity Markets · Export Economy · Globalization · Trade Policy · Market Analysis · Economic Development · Resource Management · Supply Chain · Logistics · Business Strategy