Richard Calder
Richard Calder (born 1956) is a notable British science fiction writer who lives and works in the East End of London, but who spent over a decade in Thailand (1990–1997) and the Philippines (1999–2002).
It is the 53rd century. After an unknown catalysm the ability to invent or maintain technology vanished. Humanity has separated into those who live on the surface and those who live underground – the "Malignos". Captain Pike must venture underground to find an antidote for the poison fed to Gala.