Michael Paul Kube-McDowell élabore d'intricats récits de science-fiction qui explorent les dilemmes moraux et éthiques découlant du progrès technologique. Son écriture se distingue par des mondes richement imaginés et des explorations profondes de la nature humaine. Fort de son expérience d'enseignant de sciences, Kube-McDowell insuffle à ses histoires des aperçus pertinents sur la science et son impact sociétal. Il s'est imposé comme une voix importante du genre, reconnu pour sa capacité à mêler des intrigues captivantes à des thèmes stimulants.
Set one hundred and fifty years after the discovery of an alien signal by Allen Chandliss, the story explores the profound impact of this event on humanity. As society grapples with the implications of extraterrestrial life, characters navigate a world transformed by technology and new beliefs. Themes of communication, connection, and the search for meaning in the universe are woven throughout, creating a rich tapestry of human experience in the face of the unknown.
The epic saga reaches its thrilling conclusion, unraveling the intricate conflicts and resolutions that have defined the Trigon Disunity series. As characters confront their destinies, alliances shift and tensions rise, leading to a climactic showdown that will determine the fate of their world. Themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and the struggle for power are woven throughout, culminating in a dramatic finale that promises to leave readers captivated and satisfied.
From one of the most original voices in imaginative fiction comes a stunning novel of suspense and speculation, as a scientist seeking to uncover the mystery of human consciousness finds himself in a desperate search for immortality.Dr. Jonathan Briggs is a gifted neuroscientist researching the existence of the human soul. Working at one of the world’s top facilities, he has access to the latest technology. He also has the enthusiastic support of his lover, Alynn Reed, who made her fortune as a creator of virtual reality games that have broken every barrier. Alynn believes in reincarnation, which Jonathan scoffs at--until he begins to note strange anomalies in his research.Then Jonathan’s life is suddenly, shockingly turned upside down. No longer the dispassionate scientist, he begins a fevered, reckless effort to go beyond belief to proof. Ridiculed by his colleagues and the tabloid media, hounded by the police, Jonathan finds himself in a frenzied race against time, memory, and his own mortality. As he journeys deeper into the labyrinth of the human psyche, he moves nearer the place where past and future intersect, identities mingle, and death is the beginning of the most amazing adventure of all.
The narrative explores the profound quest for truth amidst the challenges of oppression, highlighting the resilience of the human spirit. It delves into the complexities of characters navigating their struggles, making it a poignant examination of both personal and societal issues. The story is crafted with intelligence and emotional depth, inviting readers to reflect on the nature of freedom and justice.
A 1990 Nebula Award nominee, this book delves into a richly imagined universe where complex characters navigate intricate moral dilemmas. The narrative blends science fiction elements with profound philosophical questions, exploring themes of identity, power, and the consequences of technology. Readers are taken on a gripping journey that challenges perceptions of reality and humanity's place in the cosmos, making it a thought-provoking addition to the genre.
Lando Calrissian, R2-D2, C-3PO und der Cyborg Lobot entern das geheimnisvolle Schiff Teljkon-Vagabund, das unerwartet in den Hyperraum springt. Währenddessen kämpft Prinzessin Leia gegen die Intrigen des yevethanischen Vizekönigs Nil Spaar und die Bedrohung einer mächtigen Schlachtflotte der Yevethaner, die einen Vernichtungsfeldzug starten.
DAS STERNENSCHIFF WURDE AUGENBLICKLICH VERNICHTET - als es vor zwanzig Jahren eintraf, mit Geschenken und wertvollem Wissen an Bord. Diejenigen, die davon wußten oder zufällig in den Himmel tauschten, sind längst tot oder zum Schweigen gebracht. Doch Meer Fastet läßt sich nicht einschüchtern. Er will wissen. ws dmls nsrhh und wphilh Heyne Science Fiction Deutsche Erstausgabe
