The Madman From Earth is a science fiction novel by Keith Laumer. It tells the story of a man named John, who is a brilliant scientist and inventor. He is also a madman, driven by a compulsion to create and explore the unknown. John is recruited by a mysterious organization called the Institute, which is dedicated to exploring the boundaries of science and technology. He is sent on a mission to a distant planet, where he discovers a strange and powerful alien race. He must use his scientific knowledge and ingenuity to survive and find a way back home. Along the way, he discovers secrets about the universe and his own past that will change his life forever.
By Keith Laumer · First published 1962 · Genre: Science Fiction, Adventure, Fantasy · 5 chapters