The Gods Themselves: A Novel
May 2011 · Sold by Spectra
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In the twenty-second century Earth obtains limitless, free energy from a source science little understands: an exchange between Earth and a parallel universe, using a process devised by the aliens. But even free energy has a price. The transference process itself will eventually lead to the destruction of the Earth's Sun—and of Earth itself.
Only a few know the terrifying truth—an outcast Earth scientist, a rebellious alien inhabitant of a dying planet, a lunar-born human intuitionist who senses the imminent annihilation of the Sun. They know the truth—but who will listen? They have foreseen the cost of abundant energy—but who will believe? These few beings, human and alien, hold the key to Earth's survival.
Only a few know the terrifying truth—an outcast Earth scientist, a rebellious alien inhabitant of a dying planet, a lunar-born human intuitionist who senses the imminent annihilation of the Sun. They know the truth—but who will listen? They have foreseen the cost of abundant energy—but who will believe? These few beings, human and alien, hold the key to Earth's survival.
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122 reviews
Shawn Scriven
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December 24, 2016
Striking parallel with today's thought on climate change. The possibility exists that humans are influencing this but the inconvenience of change outweighs the possible benefits and our comfort may suffer.
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Nana Agyeman
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September 20, 2019
Assimov's capability of merging science fact into fantasy settings, and mixing engrossing dialogue with detailed scene-setting is phenomenal. Thoroughly enjoyable read - be ready to use your imagination in the middle.
A Google user
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July 18, 2017
Excellent. Great little references to the foundation series. The Para-people chapters were fascinating and just go to show how brilliant Asimov was at imagining "life as we don't know it."
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About the author
Isaac Asimov began his Foundation series at the age of twenty-one, not realizing that it would one day be considered a cornerstone of science fiction. During his legendary career, Asimov penned more than 470 books on subjects ranging from science to Shakespeare to history, though he was most loved for his award-winning science fiction sagas, which include the Robot, Empire, and Foundation series. Named a Grand Master of Science Fiction by the Science Fiction Writers of America, Asimov entertained and educated readers of all ages for close to five decades. He died, at the age of seventy-two, in April 1992.
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