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Dorsai!
Published 1959 by Ace Books · 254 pages
Hugo · 1960
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2 award entries · 2 books · 0 wins · 1960–1978
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Synopsis
On a future world where humanity has splintered into specialized cultures across multiple planets, young Donal Graeme of the warrior planet Dorsai rises from mercenary soldier to interstellar leader. Through tactical genius and an intuitive grasp of strategy, he navigates political intrigue across star systems while embodying the martial ideals of his people.
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Details
- Series
- Childe Cycle · Book 1
- Author nationality
- Canada
- ISBN
- 9780441160259