Unthinkable

by Rog Phillips

"Unthinkable" by Rog Phillips is a science fiction novella written in the late 1940s. The story explores the theme of incomprehensible realities that challenge human understanding. It delves into complex ideas of perception, consciousness, and the nature of reality itself, highlighting the potential for alternate forms of existence that may lie beyond the limits of human comprehension. The narrative follows Dr. Nale Hargrave, who is involved in a quarantine procedure after the arrival of a space crew aboard the U triple S "Endore". The crew exhibits unusual behavior, leading to heightened concern among medical and psychological staff. As the story unfolds, Hargrave and his colleagues, including a crew member named Ren Gravenard, encounter bizarre phenomena that defy the established understanding of physics and reality. There are hints of alien influences and the possibility of multiple realities coexisting, causing confusion and chaos among the crew. Ultimately, the tale culminates in a mind-bending revelation about identity and existence, suggesting a profound connection between all beings and the strange new dimensions of reality they have intersected with.