The Gift of Gab

"The Gift of Gab"
Author Jack Vance
Country United States
Language English
Genre(s) Science fiction short story
Publisher Astounding
Publication date September 1955

"The Gift of Gab" is an early science fiction short story by American author Jack Vance, first published in 1955. It is a mystery story, and the main theme is the nature of intelligence.

Plot summary

Mineral prospectors on another planet examine their environment more closely when crew members start to disappear.

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