The man who saved New York
by Ray Cummings
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About This Book
The Man Who Saved New York is a science fiction short story by Ray Cummings, first published in Science Fiction Stories in July 1943. The story follows the protagonist, Jack Halliday, who discovers a scientific method to save New York City from a catastrophic threat. The novella is notable for its early exploration of science fiction themes and its portrayal of a heroic effort to avert disaster in a major urban setting. This work is part of Cummings' broader contributions to early science fiction literature, which includes other notable works such as The Girl in the Golden Atom and The Fire Pe...
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