Trajectory to Taurus

Trajectory to Taurus is a science fiction novel by Les Cole, first published in 1960. The story follows anthropologist Fred Kirr and his crew aboard the USS Taurus as they embark on an interstellar voyage to contact intelligent extraterrestrial life. Upon encountering a mysterious planet in the Taurus moving cluster, the crew faces unexpected emotional influences that challenge their perceptions and lead to a psychological struggle for control. The narrative delves into themes of identity, sacrifice, and the essence of existence in the context of humanity's search for meaning in the cosmos.