Gene Wolfe's book The Fifth Head of Cerberus is a recognized masterpiece of science fiction, written by one of the most brilliant writers in this genre. Far from Earth, two twin planets, Sainte-Anne and Sainte-Croix, circle each other in an eternal dance . It is said that werewolves once lived here, but their race died out when humans arrived. However, one man believes that they are in hiding and can still be found... Grandmaster of science fiction and fantasy Gene Wolfe skillfully interweaves three bizarre stories to create a mesmerizing tapestry: the heartbreaking tale of the son of a mad genius who discovers a disgusting legacy; the mythical search of a young aborigine for his dark half; a bizarre chronicle of a scientist's nightmarish imprisonment. Like an intricate knot, the pattern finally opens up to reveal a surprising truth against the backdrop of a strange alien landscape.