"Conquest Over Time" by Michael Shaara follows Pat Travis, a spacer celebrated for his extraordinary luck, as he navigates the challenges of signing newly-Contacted human races to commercial contracts. Arriving on a planet where astrology dictates major decisions, Travis finds himself in a precarious situation, landing on one of the most ill-fated days in history. This story, originally published in 1956, explores themes of fate versus free will and the unpredictable nature of luck, resonating with contemporary audiences who grapple with uncertainty in their own lives.