\”Air Raid\” is a short story written by John Varley, which was published in 1977. The story takes place in a future where humanity has colonized space and focuses on a group of people who live on a giant space station. The story begins with a warning of an impending attack from an unknown alien race. The people on the station frantically prepare for the attack and take shelter in a secure area. During the attack, the story follows the experiences of several different characters, including a couple who are separated, a group of friends who take refuge in a bar, and a young girl who is injured.

Despite the chaos and destruction caused by the attack, the story ends on a hopeful note as the characters come together to help each other and begin to rebuild their lives. The story explores themes of

survival, resilience, and the

ways in which people respond to

adversity.