They're Made Out of Meat Summary
Terry Bisson

They're Made Out of Meat Overview

In Terry Bisson's short story "They're Made Out of Meat," two space travelers discover a series of new creatures on a neighboring planet. Although the creatures are composed entirely of meat, they prove capable of thinking, talking, and even loving and dreaming. Throughout the narrative, the characters argue about the creatures' capacities and what to do with them. Presented in the form of a dialogue, the short story explores themes including animacy, prejudice, and alienation.