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Larry Niven
Known Space
Known Space
3 books
Ongoing series
About this series
Larry Niven's Known Space series explores humanity's expansion into the galaxy, encountering alien races and advanced technology. These hard science fiction adventures often feature mysteries and survival challenges across vast cosmic landscapes, from Dyson spheres to distant star systems.
Subseries
Books
Ringworld
Ringworld #1
World of Ptavvs
Known Space
Protector
Known Space
The Ringworld Engineers
Ringworld #2
Ringworld Throne
Ringworld #3
Ringworld's Children
Ringworld #4
A Gift from Earth
Known Space
Fleet of worlds
Fleet of Worlds #1
The patchwork girl
Gil Hamilton #4
Fate of worlds
Fleet of Worlds #5
Destroyer of Worlds
Fleet of Worlds #4Collections and split volumes
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Frequently asked questions
What is the recommended reading order for the Known Space series?
While some books can be read as standalones, a common recommendation is to start with "World of Ptavvs" or "Protector" to establish the universe's foundational elements before moving on to the "Ringworld" novels.
Are there other stories set in the Known Space universe?
Larry Niven has written numerous short stories and novellas that expand on the Known Space universe, often featuring characters and concepts introduced in the main novels.
How does the Known Space series connect to Larry Niven's other works?
The Known Space series is the central setting for many of Larry Niven's science fiction stories, and characters or technologies from this universe occasionally appear or are referenced in his other collaborative works.