Authentic Science Fiction Monthly No. 53

Authentic Science Fiction, Issue No. 53 (January 15, 1955) This issue features the first installment of "Without Love" by Rick Strauss, a novelette set in a future society divided between Old Men (the original human population with extended lifespans) and the superior New Men, a genetically bred elite. The protagonist, Teamster Alcott, encounters a beautiful New Woman named Celeste and becomes entangled with her while harboring resentment toward the New Men who have superseded his kind. The issue includes short stories: "Conspiracy" by John Christopher, "Present from Mars" by Martin Jordan, "Playing with Time" by W. H. Soore, and "Parting" by Peter E. Higby. Nonfiction features include "Milestones in Science," Frank Wilson's "How to Make a Bug-Eyed Monster," and a reader poll on magazine improvements. The 16-page pictorial supplement includes science and space artwork.