<p>Experience a thrilling journey into the unknown with S. M. Tenneshaw's "The Friendly Killers," a classic of human-alien encounters and space adventure. Delve into a world where first contact takes an unexpected turn, challenging our assumptions about friendship, hostility, and the vast possibilities of life beyond Earth.<br><br>This meticulously prepared edition invites readers to explore enduring themes of science fiction, tackling complex questions of morality and survival in the face of the alien other. As humanity ventures further into the cosmos, "The Friendly Killers" remains a thought-provoking exploration of what it truly means to be human. A gripping tale of alien contact and pulse-pounding action, this story is a timeless testament to the power of imagination and the enduring allure of the great unknown.<br></p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>