Lem, Stanislaw
The Truth and Other Stories
- ISBN 13:
- 9780262046084
- author:
- Lem, Stanislaw
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- MIT Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 344
- Dimensions:
- 23.1 x 15.5 x 3.3 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Science Fiction, Hard Science Fiction,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
Stanisław Lem's The Truth and Other Stories is a collection of twelve thought-provoking short stories that showcase his unique blend of scientific curiosity and sardonic wit. Nine of these stories have never been published in English before, making this the first new book of fiction by Lem since the late 1980s. The stories on display are a testament to Lem's fascination with artificial intelligences, cosmology, and evolution, featuring a range of unconventional ideas and theories. From a computer that can predict the future to matter-destroying spores, each story is a masterclass in exploring complex concepts through humor and satire. The title story, "The Truth," sets the tone for the collection, presenting a scientist's outlandish theory about the sun's nature. With stories arranged in chronological order from 1956 to 1993, readers can experience Lem's writing at its peak, tackling ideas that continue to resonate throughout his body of work.
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