A dark, psychological exploration of isolation, identity, and alien intelligence, Chthon is Piers Anthony’s groundbreaking debut novel and a Hugo and Nebula Award finalist. Blending science fiction with mythic structure, the story follows Aton, a young man imprisoned in a living, subterranean penal colony on a distant planet. As Aton's descent into the depths of Chthon mirrors his internal struggle, Anthony crafts a layered, cerebral narrative that challenges notions of free will and human nature—establishing his place as a major voice in speculative fiction.
 
This first edition paperback from 1967 is in very good condition, with light edge and corner wear and age-appropriate toning to the pages. A collectible vintage copy with solid binding and clean cover, rare in this early state.