The Temple of Earth

"The Temple of Earth" by Poul Anderson is a science fiction adventure that takes place on the Moon, where the last survivors of Earth live after a terrible war. The story centers on Rikard, a brave outlaw leader who fights against the unfair rule of the warlords in Coper City. When Rikard and his friends are captured by Rayth, a powerful noble, Rikard is forced into a dangerous mission: to kill the Chief Engineer, which could change everything in their world. Throughout his journey, Rikard faces tough choices about who to trust and what he believes in, all while trying to free his people. The story builds to a big, action-packed fight where Rikard leads a revolution against the oppressive leaders of Coper City, pushing for a better future.