"The Coffin Maker" by AnaMaria Curtis
Summary
LeVar Burton reads "The Coffin Maker" by Anna Maria Curtis, a sci-fi story about Stephanie, an outfitter on a failing colony ship. She must decide which surveyor receives the only functional suit for a dangerous mission to a new planet. The narrative explores grief, guilt, and human resilience as two surveyors die, leaving one survivor. Burton praises the story’s emotional depth and its poignant reflection on hope amidst despair.
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Introduction to LeVar Burton Reads and story introduction
The Coffin Maker: Stephanie's role and the mission context
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The Coffin Maker: The failed Sivers mission and suit construction
The Coffin Maker: Conflict with Officer Dadre and the bridge meeting
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The Coffin Maker: Suit fittings and Lorena's death
The Coffin Maker: Ariadne's survival and return
LeVar Burton's reflection and episode credits
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