Norman Simon grew up in New York City. Following postgraduate education, he assumed a professorial position teaching and conducting research in astrophysics. In addition to many ar...view moreNorman Simon grew up in New York City. Following postgraduate education, he assumed a professorial position teaching and conducting research in astrophysics. In addition to many articles in scientific journals, he has published several short stories and a number of his plays have been produced or given staged readings in the Midwest and elsewhere. This is his first story collection.view less