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The story follows a group of colonists who settle on the planet Lugiin, only to find themselves in conflict with the indigenous intelligent species known as the Dreeghs. The Dreeghs are a telepathic race that views humans as a threat to their way of life. As tensions escalate between the colonists and the Dreeghs, the novel delves into themes of xenophobia, diplomacy, and the consequences of colonialism.Murray Leinster's storytelling often incorporates elements of adventure and social commentary, and "Pariah Planet" is no exception. Through the struggles of the colonists and their interactions with the Dreeghs, Leinster explores complex moral and ethical questions about human expansion into the unknown reaches of space. The novel offers readers a thought-provoking exploration of the consequences of our actions as we venture into new frontiers.