"The Martyr" by Alan Edward Nourse is an exciting science fiction book that transports the reader to the distant future. In this world, humanity has already colonized space, but Earth's isolationist policy creates conflicts with colonies on other planets. The main character, a psychological scientist, faces dangers and internal conflicts, going through a difficult path from disappointments to finding the true meaning of his destiny. The book "The Martyr" is not only full of exciting adventures and mysterious threats, but also makes you think about morality and the cost of our loneliness in the universe.