explorer / books · 1971
The Steel Crocodile
David G. Compton’s only award entry in this dataset.
Published 1970 by Ace Books · 222 pages
Nebula · 1971
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This book is recorded on the Nebula ballot only. Each row shows the full Best Novel ballot for that award and ceremony year. Winners appear first.
Synopsis
In a near-future society, a massive government computer called the Doac makes critical decisions about scientific research priorities and social policy. When a biologist is brought into the secretive research institute that controls the computer, he discovers disturbing truths about how the machine shapes society.
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