The novel explores the concept of a society where people are genetically engineered to be sterile and infertile, with the goal of reducing overpopulation and resource depletion. The story follows a young man who begins to question this societal norm and eventually discovers that he has been secretly engineered to be fertile. He must then navigate the complexities of his newfound identity and the implications it has on his relationships and place in society.
By Harry Harrison · First published 1977 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Space Opera · 19 chapters