Muck Man by Fremont Dodge

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Author Dodge, Fremont
Illustrator Gaughan, Jack, 1930-1985
Title Muck Man
Credits Produced by Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online
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Summary "Muck Man" by Fremont Dodge is a science fiction novel written in the early 1960s. The story revolves around the transformation of criminals into specialized beings known as muck men, who are tasked with hunting rare and valuable Slider eggs on the inhospitable Jordan's Planet. The narrative addresses themes of identity, sacrifice, and survival while exploring the ethical implications of genetic alterations and exploitation in a futuristic society. The plot follows Asa Graybar, a man wrongfully convicted of theft who opts to undergo a transformation into a muck man to pay off his sentence. Arriving on Jordan's Planet, he must navigate the dangers of this alien environment, including predatory Sliders that pose significant threats. Along the way, he partners with Kershaw, another muck man, and encounters Harriet Hazeltyne, the daughter of the franchise's owner. Together, they confront various challenges, including a corrupt company manager, while Asa devises plans to improve the muck men's working conditions. The climax reveals a battle for survival against Sliders and a fight for justice and better treatment for the muck men, culminating in Asa's determination to change the exploitation of this unique workforce. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
Subject Short stories
Subject Survival -- Fiction
Subject Prisoners -- Fiction
Subject Life on other planets -- Fiction
Subject Metamorphosis -- Fiction
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EBook-No. 61467
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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