Rite of Passage

by Alexei Panshin

Rite of Passage by Alexei Panshin won the 1969 Nebula Award for Best Novel. It was also a finalist or poll selection for the 1969 Hugo Award for Best Novel.

After the destruction of Earth, humanity has established itself precariously among a hundred planets. Between them roam the vast Ships, doling out scientific knowledge in exchange for raw materials. On one of the Ships lives Mia Havero.

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Finalist, 1969 Hugo Award for Best Novel · Source ↗

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