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Publishing Data

by James Tiptree, Jr.
First published in New Dimensions 3, 1973
Collected in Science Fiction, Stories and Contexts, ed. Heather Masri
Winner of a Hugo for Best Novella

Preview
An ugly misfit is recruited to become the remote operator for a beautiful female body that has been grown from a modified embryo.
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Background
The term "waldo" refers to mechanical extensions of the human body; it comes from Robert A. Heinlein's short story "Waldo" (1942)
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Navigation Guide
What sort of life has P. Burke had?
Why does she agree to become Delphi? Is she fully informed of the consequences of her decision?
How does GTX useDelphi? Why
As Delphi lives her life, how does P. Burke change?
How does Delphi evolve? How does GTX control her?
What does Paul think has been done to Delphi?
What happens to Delphi when P. Burke dies?
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Further Exploration
Compare this story to "Call Me Joe" by Poul Anderson
 
 
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