Deathworld
Harry Harrison · 1960 · Novel
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It explores themes of human adaptability and the struggle for survival against an overwhelmingly hostile environment, emphasizing the need for understanding and adaptation rather than brute force.
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Jason dinAlt, a professional gambler, is recruited by a representative from Pyrrus, a planet where all life forms are incredibly hostile and constantly evolving to kill humans. He must use his wits to help the colonists survive against the planet's deadly ecosystem.
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