A Psalm for the Wild-Built
بواسطة
Becky Chambers
لا توجد تقييمات بعد
Science Fiction
Self-help
تنسيق
غلاف صلب
صفحات
160
لغة
الإنجليزية
منشور
Jul 13, 2021
الناشر
Tordotcom
رقم ISBN-10
1250236215
رقم ISBN-13
9781250236210
الوصف
In a world where nature and technology coexist in an intriguing balance, a unique journey unfolds. The narrative follows a tea monk who spends their days roaming the tranquil landscapes, providing solace to those they encounter. Their peaceful existence is upended when they stumble upon a robot, a sentient being designed for a different purpose. Together, they embark on a quest for understanding, exploring the boundaries of consciousness and the meaning of life.
As their paths intertwine, the themes of connection, purpose, and identity emerge. The monk seeks answers to existential questions while the robot grapples with emotions and desires it was never programmed to experience. Their conversations simmer with wisdom, vulnerability, and a shared yearning for belonging in a rapidly evolving society.
Amidst beautifully painted scenes of nature, readers are invited to reflect on the essence of humanity and the bonds that tie all living things together. The story is a meditation on the interplay between solitude and companionship against a backdrop of rich, imaginative world-building.
Ultimately, these characters challenge each other’s worldviews, enriching their understanding of what it means to coexist. Through moments of quiet introspection and profound insights, they reveal that the search for one’s place in the universe is a journey worth taking—regardless of one’s origin.
As their paths intertwine, the themes of connection, purpose, and identity emerge. The monk seeks answers to existential questions while the robot grapples with emotions and desires it was never programmed to experience. Their conversations simmer with wisdom, vulnerability, and a shared yearning for belonging in a rapidly evolving society.
Amidst beautifully painted scenes of nature, readers are invited to reflect on the essence of humanity and the bonds that tie all living things together. The story is a meditation on the interplay between solitude and companionship against a backdrop of rich, imaginative world-building.
Ultimately, these characters challenge each other’s worldviews, enriching their understanding of what it means to coexist. Through moments of quiet introspection and profound insights, they reveal that the search for one’s place in the universe is a journey worth taking—regardless of one’s origin.