Lost Dorsai (short story collection)

Lost Dorsai is a collection of short stories written by Gordon R. Dickson, focusing primarily on the Dorsai (or Dorsaians) culture, a fictional group of super-soldiers from the planet Dorsai. These stories explore various aspects of Dorsai society, the rigorous training and philosophy that creates their legendary fighting prowess, and the impact of their unique worldview on the wider galaxy. While many stories center around individual Dorsai characters and their experiences in combat or strategic leadership, the collection also delves into the historical origins and cultural underpinnings of the Dorsai. The stories contained within are not always presented chronologically within the wider Dorsai universe timeline but offer insight into different periods and perspectives on the Dorsai ethos. Common themes include duty, honor, the cost of war, and the nature of humanity. The collection serves as supplementary material to the core Dorsai novels, expanding on the lore and providing a deeper understanding of this pivotal faction within Dickson's science fiction universe.