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Orphans Of The Sky by Robert A. Heinlein

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Book name: Orphans Of The Sky (2024)
Category: Exploration
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Language: English
Publication data: Jan. 1, 1941, midnight
This science fiction novel unfolds aboard a massive, generational spaceship initially en route to colonize a distant planet. Over time, the ship's inhabitants have forgotten their mission and the nature of their world, developing a society with medieval-like structures and myths surrounding the "universe" of their ship. The story follows a young man who, through a series of events, discovers the truth about their environment and the ship's original purpose. His revelations challenge the established order and beliefs, leading him on a dangerous quest to steer his people towards the rediscovery of their true mission and the broader universe beyond their confined existence. The 12056th greatest book of all time

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Robert A. Heinlein

Robert A. Heinlein

14 books

Robert Anson Heinlein was an American science fiction author, aeronautical engineer, and naval officer. Sometimes called the "dean of science fiction writers", he was among the first to emphasize scientific accuracy in his fiction, and was thus a pioneer of the subgenre of hard science fiction. His published works, both fiction and non-fiction, express admiration for competence and emphasize the value of critical thinking. His plots often posed provocative situations which challenged convention… Read more