The Possessed

Released: May 30, 2025
Length: 13 mins
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Publisher: Strelbytskyy Multimedia Publishing

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"The Possessed" is a science fiction short story by Arthur C. Clarke about an alien race that travels through space as a swarm, searching for a new home and for intelligent life on Earth. Eons after their arrival, they believe they have found a suitable species, leading to an intriguing development. The story explores themes of exploration and encounter with new forms of life, all within a concise and engaging narrative.

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