At the end of the 21st century, civilization is in a state close to agony. Wars and uncontrolled pollution have led to the fact that yields are scarce, the industry is barely breathing, and the population is overwhelmed with despondency and does not see the slightest clearance ahead. The idea of ​ ​ creating a grand show comes to someone's bright head - the Caribbean island of Arcadia, rented by the cartel of the rich, becomes the venue for the deadly Hunt. Any citizen from any country in the world can take part in it - both as a hunter and as a victim. The winnings are tens of thousands of dollars and worldwide fame comparable to the fame of Hollywood stars. And now an ordinary guy from a tiny village in Arizona goes to Arcadia to try his luck. In addition to the "First Victim," the collection includes "Man Overboard," as well as the novels "Myrix" and "Hunters of Stone Prairies," the events of which take place in the universe created by Isaac Asimov.