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"The Native Soil" was written by Alan Edward Nourse. Science fiction writer and physician known for merging medical themes with speculative storytelling.

The Native Soil

Name: The Native Soil
Author: Alan Edward Nourse

Alan Edward Nourse

The Native Soil is a science fiction novella by Alan Edward Nourse, written in the mid-20th century. Set on Venus, it follows Robert Kielland, a special investigator for Piper Pharmaceuticals, as he navigates the challenges of exploiting the planet's unique resources while dealing with the native inhabitants, known as Mud-pups. The story explores themes of misunderstanding and the realization of the natives' intelligence, ultimately advocating for a more cooperative approach to resource extraction.