"Coffin for Jacob" by Edward W. Ludwig follows Ben Carson, a junior astrogator who, after a moment of violence in Luna City, finds himself haunted by the memory of the man he killed. Fleeing to Venus in search of escape, he becomes entangled with an underground movement, yet his guilty conscience holds him back from fully committing to their cause. This gripping tale explores themes of guilt, redemption, and the struggle to escape one's past, making it a timeless reflection on the human condition. As listeners navigate Ben's internal turmoil and the vastness of space, they are reminded of the enduring impact of our choices and the inescapable nature of conscience.