Deathworld 2: The Ethical Engineer (Illustrated) (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Deathworld SeriesBy Harry Harrison
Length5h 30m
About this audiobook
In Deathworld 2: The Ethical Engineer, Harry Harrison returns to the perilous universe of Jason dinAlt, gambler, psionic opportunist, and reluctant problem-solver. Stranded with the rigidly moral Mikah Samon on a regressive and violent planet, Jason must survive not by strength but by applied intelligence, improvisation, and a notably elastic sense of ethics. The novel blends planetary adventure with comic satire, using brisk prose, ingenious technological puzzles, and pulp momentum to question civilization, morality, and progress within mid-century science fiction's tradition of competent heroes under extreme pressure. Harrison, a writer, editor, and former illustrator, brought to science fiction a visual imagination sharpened by comics and a skepticism shaped by wartime experience. Best known for the Stainless Steel Rat books and Make Room! Make Room!, he repeatedly distrusted militarism, authoritarian virtue, and solemn heroics. The Ethical Engineer reflects these concerns: its title is ironic as much as descriptive, contrasting abstract moral codes with the messy, material demands of survival. This illustrated edition is recommended for readers who enjoy classic science fiction that is energetic yet intellectually mischievous. It will especially appeal to admirers of survival narratives, technological ingenuity, and satire that exposes the limits of moral certainty without abandoning humane intelligence.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreScience Fiction
Length5 hrs 30 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateJul 18, 2020
LanguageEnglish
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