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"And miles to go before I sleep" by William F. Nolan is a science fiction novella written in the mid-20th century. The story encapsulates a poignant exploration of obligation and sacrifice as it follows the theme of a man's last journey home after spending two decades in space. The narrative delves into the emotional turmoil of a character confronting his own mortality while striving to fulfill a promise to his aging parents. In the tale, Robert Murdock, a rocket pilot, is on a one-way trip back to Earth, knowing he will not survive the descent due to a terminal illness he contracted during his space missions. As he reflects on his life and prepares for his impending death, he devises a plan to send an android in his place to comfort his parents, concealing the truth about his fate. Murdock's poignant memories of childhood and his dream of becoming a spaceman lead him to sacrifice his identity, ensuring his parents believe their son has returned when, in truth, he will sleep forever a
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