Muck Man

Muck Man is a science fiction novel by Fremont Dodge, written in the early 1960s. The story follows Asa Graybar, who, after being wrongfully convicted of stealing a Slider egg, opts for a harsh punishment on Jordan's Planet, where he must transform into a 'muck man' to harvest rare Slider eggs. The narrative delves into themes of identity, sacrifice, and the ethical implications of genetic alterations in a dystopian society. This work highlights the struggles of survival and the loss of humanity in the face of exploitation.