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Pirates of Ersatz

Pirates of Ersatz

Murray Leinster

Published in 1959 in Astounding Science Fiction, 'Pirates of Ersatz' by Murray Leinster follows Bron, the son of notorious space pirates, who aspires to be an electronic engineer. Despite his efforts to escape his family's legacy, he finds himself repeatedly drawn back into the chaotic world of piracy. This novel combines humor and adventure, reminiscent of Harry Harrison's 'Stainless Steel Rat', offering a satirical take on space exploration and familial expectations.

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Bron is the offspring of infamous space pirates but instead of following in the family footsteps he decides to become an...

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