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The Listeners
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ISBN13: 9781944387426
Publisher: Reputation Books
Published: Sep 7 2021
Pages: 314
Weight: 0.90
Height: 0.80 Width: 5.50 Depth: 7.90
Language: English
In James Gunn's timeless science fiction classic, humanity strains its ears toward the heavens, yearning for a signal from another world. Set against the backdrop of the Arecibo Observatory, The Listeners explores the profound implications of contact with extraterrestrial intelligence, challenging our understanding of belief, perseverance, and what it truly means to be human.
As scientists dedicate their lives to the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence (SETI), they grapple with the emotional and philosophical weight of their mission. Will they find a message of hope, or will they discover that we are alone in the universe? This thought-provoking novel, perfect for fans of hard science fiction and philosophical exploration, asks:
- What are the costs of dedicating one's life to a seemingly impossible goal?
- How would humanity react to the knowledge that we are not alone?
- Can science and faith coexist in the face of the unknown?
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