The Bladerunner by Alan E. Nourse

Set in a dystopian future, the narrative follows a young man named Billy Gimp, who navigates a world where medical care is strictly regulated and only accessible to the wealthy. Billy becomes entangled in the black market of medical supplies, working as a "bladerunner" to smuggle illegal surgical instruments and medications to those in need. As he delves deeper into this underground network, he confronts moral dilemmas and the harsh realities of a society divided by health and wealth, ultimately questioning the ethics of a system that prioritizes profit over human life.

Published
1974
Nationality
American
Length
Short
Pages
200-250
Original Language
English
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