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Stranger in a Strange Land, published in 1961, is a science fiction novel by Robert A. Heinlein. It tells the story of Valentine Michael Smith, a human raised by Martians, who returns to Earth as a young adult. Possessing extraordinary abilities, Smith becomes a cultural phenomenon, challenging societal norms and religious beliefs. As Smith becomes a charismatic leader, the novel delves into themes of spirituality, free love, and the clash between Martian ideals and earthly conventions, exploring human nature and the search for belonging. Stranger in a Strange Land won the Hugo Award for Best Novel in 1962. 

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