 The Dosadi Experiment

"The Dosadi Experiment" is a science fiction novel by Frank Herbert, published in 1965. The story is set on the planet Dosadi, which is isolated from the outside universe by a force field. The inhabitants of Dosadi include both human settlers and a native alien species known as the Kowulu. The planet presents a harsh environment, which has led to a unique adaptation of its inhabitants and the development of a society with its own complexities.