Irurgon

Irurgon is a fictional planet featured in the science fiction novel "The Stars My Destination" by Alfred Bester. The planet is a heavily industrialized and polluted world, serving as a major manufacturing and resource extraction hub within the story's universe. Its environment is characterized by toxic skies, sprawling factories, and a generally grim and oppressive atmosphere.

The population of Irurgon is depicted as a working class, often exploited by powerful corporations and wealthy individuals who control the planet's resources and industries. The planet's inhabitants are often portrayed as resilient and hardened, accustomed to the harsh conditions of their home world. Despite its bleak depiction, Irurgon is a crucial location in the narrative, representing a significant center of power and a source of conflict. The novel uses Irurgon to explore themes of class struggle, environmental degradation, and the impact of industrialization on society. Its detailed portrayal contributes to the rich and complex world-building of Bester's acclaimed novel.