Last Enemy

"Last Enemy" by H. Beam Piper is a science fiction story set within the "Paratime" series that explores themes of consciousness and reincarnation. The narrative begins with a voluntary disincarnation at a dinner party, which leads to the unfolding of a complex and thought-provoking tale involving telepathic communication and the nature of the disembodied mind. First published in 1950, the story delves into the possibilities of fully conscious spirits and telepathic interactions in a captivating and intricate manner.