Though few in the confederation realize it, the great empire is on the brink of destruction. Infiltrated by efficiently organized political agitators, its once solid central government is crumbling. But Warren Robertshaw realizes it. By chance, he has stumbled onto the sinister truth. But if Warren is to defeat those who would destroy his world, he too must destroy - a life-style. And as he manipulates the primitive people of Tharn, Warren realizes that he is not the first to meddle in their lives.