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Omnilingual

"Omnilingual" is a science fiction short story by American writer H. Beam Piper. Originally published in the February 1957 issue of Astounding Science Fiction, it focuses on the problem of archaeology on an alien culture.

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English H. Beam Piper story, Astounding Science Fiction February 1957 transcription. Project Gutenberg ebook 19445; excludes adaptations and recordings.

Alcohol, drugs & smoking

Mild

Selected scenes show adult researchers smoking cigarettes, and Martha drinks a cocktail.

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TIME FORGE

How long does it take?

1h 23m

Average reading time

Focused reading
1h 6m
Comfortable reading
1h 23m
Reflective / study reading
1h 43m

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Omnilingual

"Omnilingual" is a science fiction short story by American writer H. Beam Piper. Originally published in the February 1957 issue of Astounding Science Fiction, it focuses on the problem of archaeology on an alien culture.

Credits

Wikipedia contributors, Omnilingual · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Modified for this entry.

Writers
H. Beam Piper
Illustrators
Kelly Freas
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