I read a story a long time ago and I believe it was by RB but can't be sure. It was about a guy who was something like an ambassador on an alien planet who decides he wants to become a native. Anyway, to be accepted into thier civilization he must go through spiritual enlightenment which consists of mutilating himself. I don't mean cuts here or there but amputation of all limbs/extremeties until there isn't anything but a torso and head left which frees him to become spiritually/mentally enlightened. The story isn't gory or overly graphic but very beautifully written -- phenomenal -- hence my belief it is by Bradbury. I would be grateful for any help in finding the name of this story and the publication it appeared in.

Dee

I say, 99% not RB. What say others?

I dont think RB is into mutilating people. unless the alien race was mars. then theres a possibility of him writing it.

99 44/100 % Not Bradbury

56/100 % Probably Not Bradbury
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