Ender's Game
by:
Orson Scott Card
Language: English
Format: Kindle
Publication date:
September 20th, 2011
Publisher: Hachette Digital
Pages: 324
Genres: Science Fiction, Children’s, Action & Adventure, Horror
Andrew "Ender" Wiggin is not your average child; he is a gifted young boy thrust into a world of intense military training. Believing he is merely playing computer-simulated war games, Ender discovers that the stakes are far higher than he ever anticipated. His natural strategic brilliance makes him a prime candidate for the International Fleet's Battle School, where children are trained to become leaders in a possible future war against a deadly alien species.
His journey through the challenges of Battle School is marked by intense competition, manipulation, and moral dilemmas. As he navigates relationships with his peers—some who become allies while others turn into adversaries—Ender wrestles with the heavy burden of expectations placed upon him. He must not only survive the grueling tests but also retain his humanity amidst a culture that prioritizes victory above all else.
As the story unfolds, Ender is faced with profound choices that challenge his understanding of right and wrong. The line between game and reality blurs, testing the limits of his empathy and leadership. Ultimately, what he learns in the simulation may have real consequences for both mankind and the alien race, forcing him to confront the true cost of war and the nature of sacrifice.
His journey through the challenges of Battle School is marked by intense competition, manipulation, and moral dilemmas. As he navigates relationships with his peers—some who become allies while others turn into adversaries—Ender wrestles with the heavy burden of expectations placed upon him. He must not only survive the grueling tests but also retain his humanity amidst a culture that prioritizes victory above all else.
As the story unfolds, Ender is faced with profound choices that challenge his understanding of right and wrong. The line between game and reality blurs, testing the limits of his empathy and leadership. Ultimately, what he learns in the simulation may have real consequences for both mankind and the alien race, forcing him to confront the true cost of war and the nature of sacrifice.