| Publication date: | 1940.06 |
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| Genre: | Science fiction short story |
| Preceded by: | Let There Be Light |
| Followed by: | The Roads Must Roll |
“Successful Operation” is a science fiction short story by Robert A. Heinlein, first published in #4 “Futuria Fantasia” magazine Spring 1940, with title “Heil!” under pseudonym Lyle Monroe.
Exposition
The Leader is suffering from a fatal illness. Samuel is a concentration camp detainee, is “chosen” as a donor, his healthy organ will be exchanged with Leader’s dying one in exchange for Samuel’s freedom. But there is a glitch. Dr Lans, the only surgeon capable of performing the surgery, is also in concentration camp. A necessary deal is negotiated…