Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Pages
456
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 1991
Publisher
Tor Books
ISBN-10
0312931301
ISBN-13
9780312931308
Description
In a world dominated by the Splinter Cultures and their relentless genetic experiments, Hal Mayne emerges as a hero battling the implications of these scientific endeavors. With humanity's essence at stake, Hal must navigate a chaotic landscape shaped by both ambition and ethical dilemmas, pushing against the very boundaries of what it means to be human.
As he grapples with the complexities of his own identity and the consequences of the Cultures' actions, Hal embarks on a quest not just for survival, but for the reclamation of humanity’s future. The intertwining of his fate with the influence of genetic manipulation raises profound questions about evolution, morality, and the essence of being alive, setting the stage for a gripping confrontation between man and science.
As he grapples with the complexities of his own identity and the consequences of the Cultures' actions, Hal embarks on a quest not just for survival, but for the reclamation of humanity’s future. The intertwining of his fate with the influence of genetic manipulation raises profound questions about evolution, morality, and the essence of being alive, setting the stage for a gripping confrontation between man and science.
Genres
Science Fiction
History