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Formato
Copertina rigida
Pagine
6,511
Lingua
Inglese
Pubblicato
Jan 1, 1997
Editore
HarperCollins
Edizione
First Edition
ISBN-10
0061052582
ISBN-13
9780061052583
Descrizione
In a sweeping narrative that intertwines history and imagination, a groundbreaking journey unfolds across the cosmos. A diverse cast of characters embarks on a quest that challenges the boundaries of science and the essence of human exploration. Stephen Baxter masterfully navigates this ambitious landscape, painting vivid imagery of distant worlds and the complex emotional landscape of those who seek them.
As humanity teeters on the brink of extraordinary technological advancements, the story delves deep into the motivations and fears of its characters. Each individual grapples with personal conflicts and moral dilemmas that arise from their pioneering spirit, as well as the implications of their discoveries. Their voyages are not just physical journeys through space; they are explorations of the self, charting the uncharted territories of the human condition.
The narrative rhythm captures the thrill of adventure while remaining grounded in the philosophical questions that define existence. Through Baxter's deft storytelling, readers are invited to contemplate not just the vastness of the universe, but also the intricacies of human desire and ambition that drive exploration in the first place.
As humanity teeters on the brink of extraordinary technological advancements, the story delves deep into the motivations and fears of its characters. Each individual grapples with personal conflicts and moral dilemmas that arise from their pioneering spirit, as well as the implications of their discoveries. Their voyages are not just physical journeys through space; they are explorations of the self, charting the uncharted territories of the human condition.
The narrative rhythm captures the thrill of adventure while remaining grounded in the philosophical questions that define existence. Through Baxter's deft storytelling, readers are invited to contemplate not just the vastness of the universe, but also the intricacies of human desire and ambition that drive exploration in the first place.
Generi
Fantascienza
Azione e Avventura
Storia