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This World Is Taboo

This World Is Taboo

Murray Leinster

This World Is Taboo, written by Murray Leinster in 1950, follows Interstellar Medical Serviceman Calhoun as he navigates the dangers of the forbidden planet Dara. Despite the risk of being shot on sight for breaking quarantine, Calhoun's mission becomes complicated when he encounters hostile forces from Dara. The novel explores themes of isolation, duty, and the consequences of defying societal restrictions.

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Calhoun is an Interstellar Medical Serviceman, and he's needed on Dara. Trouble is: Dara is forbidden. Taboo. And breaki...

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