04 - K-Factor by Harry Harrison

In a future where humanity has reached the stars and colonized countless planets, we explore the paradox of progress. Despite remarkable advancements in science and technology, the essence of human nature remains unchanged‚Aîhonor and dishonor coexist, high ideals clash with low intentions. So, why has war been absent for centuries across these diverse worlds? Has humanity truly evolved? Discover the intricate balance between peace and the costs that come with it in this thought-provoking journey through the cosmos.