Korjatuns

Korjatuns are a fictional species featured in the science fiction novel "The Martian Chronicles" by Ray Bradbury. They are depicted as a nomadic, subterranean race of Martians who live in underground cities and tunnels. The Korjatuns are described as having a deep connection to the planet Mars and its geological features, often exhibiting a stoic and fatalistic outlook on life. Their society is structured around ancient traditions and a profound understanding of Martian history and the cycles of the planet.

In the narrative, the Korjatuns are encountered by human settlers who arrive on Mars. Their interactions with the humans are often characterized by misunderstanding and a sense of inevitable decline. The Korjatuns are portrayed as a people who have witnessed the slow death of their world and are resigned to their fate. They are not depicted as technologically advanced in the human sense, but rather possess a profound, almost instinctual, knowledge of their environment. Their culture is ancient and their existence tied to the very essence of Mars, making them a poignant symbol of a dying civilization facing an encroaching alien presence. The Korjatuns represent a tragic element of Bradbury's exploration of humanity's impact on other worlds and the loss of unique cultures.