About “The Long Watch”
"The Long Watch" is a science fiction short story by American writer Robert A. Heinlein. It follows a military officer who encounters a coup d'état led by a would-be dictator. The story explores the officer's response to the political and military conflict. Heinlein is known for his contributions to the science fiction genre. The narrative focuses on the challenges faced by the officer in a tense and dangerous situation. The story is concise and centers on themes of power and resistance. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Book details
- First published
- 1949