Book Details
Format
Paperback
Pages
368
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 1991
Publisher
Baen
ISBN-10
0671720376
ISBN-13
9780671720377
Description
In a distant future where interstellar civilization has crumbled, a young soldier embarks on a harrowing journey shaped by fate and technology. Guided by Battle Central, a sophisticated sentient computer, he must navigate a world steeped in chaos and uncertainty. The remnants of humanity are scattered across a landscape filled with peril, and masterfully blending humanity with mechanized intelligence, the duo faces what remains of their once-great civilization.
As the story unfolds, they encounter both allies and threats that define their quest for survival and meaning. Choices made in the heat of battle will alter not only their destinies but also the future of humanity itself. The narrative combines elements of adventure, survival, and the intrinsic struggle between man and machine, creating a gripping tale that challenges the very essence of existence in a shattered universe.
As the story unfolds, they encounter both allies and threats that define their quest for survival and meaning. Choices made in the heat of battle will alter not only their destinies but also the future of humanity itself. The narrative combines elements of adventure, survival, and the intrinsic struggle between man and machine, creating a gripping tale that challenges the very essence of existence in a shattered universe.
Genres
Science Fiction
Action & Adventure