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The ship who sang

by Anne McCaffrey

Helva is a human brain integrated into the titanium hull of an intergalactic scout ship. Accompanied by a human partner, she performs deep-space missions while navigating the emotional complexities and specialised requirements of her unique existence.

Accession 8961 ISBN 0552091154 Publisher Corgi Books
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