Dive into the thrilling origin of the Stainless Steel Rat series by Harry Harrison. Meet Slippery Jim deGriz, a master con artist and thief who has evaded capture by police forces across countless planets for years. However, his luck runs out when he encounters the Special Corps—his ultimate rival. This captivating tale marks the beginning of Jims many escapades, as he soon shifts his clever, roguish talents toward a greater purpose saving the universe from impending doom. Join him on a rollicking adventure filled with wit, self-interest, and a delightful sense of fun that defines the Stainless Steel Rat. (Summary by phil chenevert)

Dive into the thrilling origin of the Stainless Steel Rat series by Harry Harrison. Meet Slippery Jim deGriz, a master con artist and thief who has evaded capture by police forces across countless planets for years. However, his luck runs out when he encounters the Special Corps—his ultimate rival. This captivating tale marks the beginning of Jims many escapades, as he soon shifts his clever, roguish talents toward a greater purpose saving the universe from impending doom. Join him on a rollicking adventure filled with wit, self-interest, and a delightful sense of fun that defines the Stainless Steel Rat. (Summary by phil chenevert)

Dive into the thrilling origin of the Stainless Steel Rat series by Harry Harrison. Meet Slippery Jim deGriz, a master con artist and thief who has evaded capture by police forces across countless planets for years. However, his luck runs out when he encounters the Special Corps—his ultimate rival. This captivating tale marks the beginning of Jims many escapades, as he soon shifts his clever, roguish talents toward a greater purpose saving the universe from impending doom. Join him on a rollicking adventure filled with wit, self-interest, and a delightful sense of fun that defines the Stainless Steel Rat. (Summary by phil chenevert)