The Mote in God's Eye

Name: The Mote in God's Eye
ISBN: 9780671741921

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1974592 pagesPocket

A classic of science fiction, this novel explores the rise and fall of a unique civilization, marked by a catastrophic event known as the "crazy eddy point." While the story introduces some inventive concepts, it remains a fascinating read about interstellar encounters and the challenges of understanding alien life. It's a journey worth revisiting for any fan of the genre.

Avg. reading time: 10h 36m
Prose complexity: 7/10

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Larry Niven

Laurence van Cott Niven — known as Larry Niven — is an American science fiction writer. His best-known work is Ringworld (1970), which received Hugo, Locus, Ditmar, and Nebula awards. The Science Fiction Writers of America named him the 2015 recipient of the Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master Award. His work is primarily hard science fiction, using big science concepts and theoretical physics. It also often includes elements of detective fiction and adventure stories. His fantasy includes the se...

Jerry Pournelle

Jerry Pournelle was a writer who brought us the epic space opera The Mote in God's Eye. He was known for his science fiction, often exploring military and political themes. You'll find his work a great read if you enjoy grand-scale adventures.

L.J. Ganser

L.J. Ganser is the author of the science fiction novel The Mote in God's Eye. If you enjoy thoughtful sci-fi with big ideas, you'll want to check out this book.

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