Monument: A Science Fiction Novel by Lloyd Biggle Jr

Author:Lloyd Biggle Jr. [Biggle, Lloyd Jr.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9781434448255
Publisher: Wildside Press
Published: 2012-08-27T23:00:00+00:00

12

In the background stood the geodesic frameworks for the clusters of small domes that were to constitute the medical center. A machine was at work leveling the top of the bluff on which the building was being erected. Talitha Warr strode about confidently, giving instructions; the foreman followed her, and Dalla followed the foreman, and both listened attentively.

“A sturdy wall,” Talitha said. “We don’t want anyone falling over the edge. Resident patients can come here and enjoy the breeze and the sea view.”

The foreman scowled and scratched his bead. “Resident patients? The plans don’t call for no hospital accommodations.”

“The hospital will be at the rear of the medical center,” Talitha said. “As much as possible we’ll keep the patients in native-style buildings. They’ll be more comfortable in familiar surroundings. The center will house the various treatment and surgical and laboratory clinics.”

“I see.”

“Back there we’ll put the children’s playground,” Talitha said, pointing. “Over here I want a formal park laid out, with a fountain and the most attractive Langrian flowers and shrubs we can find. Now—about the road down to the beach. I want the grade as easy as possible. Sick patients will have to climb it, or their friends will have to carry them up. I’d like to have a lift for them, but I’m afraid it’d be too expensive.”

“Doesn’t have to be,” the foreman said. “We can cobble up something for you.”

Talitha shook her head firmly. “Uncle offered me a platform pulled up by ropes and pulleys and things, and I turned it down. I’m not having my patients falling out of a lift. Let’s just concentrate on making that road with the easiest grade possible.”

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