Star Surgeon by Alan Edward Nourse

arts · EN-US

A thrilling intergalactic adventure, Star Surgeon follows the journey of Dal Timgar as he strives to achieve his lifelong goal of becoming a physician. Published in 1959, the novel explores themes of discrimination, prejudice, and racial oppression, while also presenting key elements of science fiction including interplanetary travel, intergalactic medicine, aliens, and advanced technology.The thrilling tale begins with the introduction of Dal Timgar, a young alien from Garv, who has aspired to become a doctor for as long as he can remember. However, his aspirations seem far-fetched, as the only race to have been properly trained and acclaimed in the field of medicine are the men from the planet Earth, who make up the sole team of doctors serving in the Galactic Federation. Incidentally, the Galactic Federation has an established set of guidelines in which each of its members offer a particular service or practice a certain profession restricted to their race alone. Keeping his eyes