Potemkin Village
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A group of heroes and heroines are sent to Tolstoia, a colony on Venus populated by followers of Leo Tolstoy, to determine whether they are truly a pacifist utopia or a Potemkin Village. The Tolstoians have a curious political system and any inhabitants who try to leave commit suicide. The group must uncover the secrets of Tolstoia and decide whether they should be allowed to colonize a nearby group of uninhabited islands.Book Details
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Fletcher Pratt
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Murray Fletcher Pratt, an American writer of remarkable versatility, left an indelible mark on the literary landscape of the 20th century. His expertise spanned history, science fiction, and fantasy,...
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