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The syndic

by C. M. Kornbluth

In the 22nd century, a divided America is ruled by two rival criminal organisations. When violence threatens the Syndicate's liberal society, an operative is dispatched on an espionage mission into the heart of the rival Mob's territory.

Accession 9315 ISBN 0722153325 Publisher Sphere
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