Star Trek: Year Five – Weaker Than Man (Book 3)

Star Trek: Year Five – Weaker Than Man (Book 3) by Jackson Lanzing is published by National Geographic Books and was released on May 25, 2021. This edition, comprising 160 pages, invites readers to join the crew of the original Starship Enterprise as they embark on new adventures near the conclusion of their five-year mission. The narrative unfolds as the Enterprise returns to Federation space, revealing a changed landscape where Captain Kirk faces a personal Klingon threat amidst a tumultuous political backdrop.

In this installment, the crew navigates the complexities of a Federation altered by time, including an unexpected presidential election influenced by the notorious Harry Mudd. As they celebrate their homecoming, a sinister malaise threatens the very fabric of the Federation, leading to the revelation of dark secrets, including the origins of Gary Seven and the machinations of the shadowy AEGIS organization. This volume collects issues #13-19 of the ongoing series, showcasing the collaborative efforts of writers Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly, Jody Houser, and Jim McCann, alongside artists Angel Hernandez, Silvia Califano, and J.K. Woodward.