The novel explores the concept of a society where people are genetically engineered to be perfect, but at the cost of their individuality and free will. The protagonist is a defective who has been deemed unfit for society due to his imperfections. He embarks on a journey to find a cure for his condition, which leads him to question the nature of perfection and the true meaning of humanity.
By Robert Sheckley · First published 1953 · Genre: Science Fiction, Humor, Adventure