I distantly remember that… I don’t suppose you happen to recall the name of the story? If Sheckley has been teaching “how to think” then I really should read to find out how one of my favorite authors does it.
I’m heading out for the weekend, but if there isn’t a definitive answer by the time I’m back, I’ll look into it.
There’s also a very cool story about a man who tries to get computerized therapy, but the program is optimized for treating aliens.
I want to say it’s The Necessary Thing.
I distantly remember that… I don’t suppose you happen to recall the name of the story? If Sheckley has been teaching “how to think” then I really should read to find out how one of my favorite authors does it.
I’m heading out for the weekend, but if there isn’t a definitive answer by the time I’m back, I’ll look into it.
There’s also a very cool story about a man who tries to get computerized therapy, but the program is optimized for treating aliens.
I want to say it’s The Necessary Thing.