Author : Ray Cummings
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 600 pages
File Size : 36,29 MB
Release : 2022-11-13
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Beyond the Point of Unknown is Ray Cummings' collection of space travel and alien contact novels. It brings some of the author's best works placed within our Solar System and distant worlds. You will meet different kinds of alien races from all over the universe and discover their interaction with humans. Brigands of the Moon The Fire People The White Invaders The World Beyond Wandl the Invader
Author : Ray Cummings
Publisher : e-artnow
Page : 656 pages
File Size : 19,4 MB
Release : 2020-12-17
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Beyond the Point of Unknown is Ray Cummings' collection of space travel and alien contact novels. It brings some of the author's best works placed within our Solar System and distant worlds. You will meet different kinds of alien races from all over the universe and discover their interaction with humans. Brigands of the Moon The Fire People The White Invaders The World Beyond Wandl the Invader
Author : Ray Cummings
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 1082 pages
File Size : 24,80 MB
Release : 2023-11-11
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
DigiCat presents to you this meticulously edited Ray Cummings collection, formatted to the highest digital standards and adjusted for readability on all devices. The Girl in the Golden Atom Beyond the Vanishing Point Brigands of the Moon Tarrano the Conqueror The Fire People The White Invaders The World Beyond Wandl the Invader
Author : Chris Impey
Publisher : W. W. Norton & Company
Page : 399 pages
File Size : 13,53 MB
Release : 2015-04-13
Category : Science
ISBN : 0393246647
“Expansive and enlightening. . . . Impey packs his prose with wonderful anecdotes and weird factoids.”—New York Times Book Review Human exploration has been an unceasing engine of technological progress, from the first homo sapiens to leave our African cradle to a future in which mankind promises to settle another world. Beyond tells the epic story of humanity leaving home—and how humans will soon thrive in the vast universe beyond the earth. A dazzling and propulsive voyage through space and time, Beyond reveals how centuries of space explorers—from the earliest stargazers to today’s cutting-edge researchers—all draw inspiration from an innate human emotion: wanderlust. This urge to explore led us to multiply around the globe, and it can be traced in our DNA. Today, the urge to discover manifests itself in jaw-dropping ways: plans for space elevators poised to replace rockets at a fraction of the cost; experiments in suspending and reanimating life for ultra-long-distance travel; prototypes for solar sails that coast through space on the momentum of microwaves released from the Earth. With these ventures, private companies and entrepreneurs have the potential to outpace NASA as the leaders in a new space race. Combining expert knowledge of astronomy and avant-garde technology, Chris Impey guides us through the heady possibilities for the next century of exploration. In twenty years, a vibrant commercial space industry will be operating. In thirty years, there will be small but viable colonies on the Moon and Mars. In fifty years, mining technology will have advanced enough to harvest resources from asteroids. In a hundred years, a cohort of humans born off-Earth will come of age without ever visiting humanity’s home planet. This is not the stuff of science fiction but rather the logical extension of already available technologies. Beyond shows that space exploration is not just the domain of technocrats, but the birthright of everyone and the destiny of generations to come. To continue exploration is to ensure our survival. Outer space, a limitless unknown, awaits us.
Author : Vernor Vinge
Publisher : Tor Science Fiction
Page : 626 pages
File Size : 30,62 MB
Release : 2010-04-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1429981989
Now with a new introduction for the Tor Essentials line, A Fire Upon the Deep is sure to bring a new generation of SF fans to Vinge's award-winning works. A Hugo Award-winning Novel! “Vinge is one of the best visionary writers of SF today.”-David Brin Thousands of years in the future, humanity is no longer alone in a universe where a mind's potential is determined by its location in space, from superintelligent entities in the Transcend, to the limited minds of the Unthinking Depths, where only simple creatures, and technology, can function. Nobody knows what strange force partitioned space into these "regions of thought," but when the warring Straumli realm use an ancient Transcendent artifact as a weapon, they unwittingly unleash an awesome power that destroys thousands of worlds and enslaves all natural and artificial intelligence. Fleeing this galactic threat, Ravna crash lands on a strange world with a ship-hold full of cryogenically frozen children, the only survivors from a destroyed space-lab. They are taken captive by the Tines, an alien race with a harsh medieval culture, and used as pawns in a ruthless power struggle. Tor books by Vernor Vinge Zones of Thought Series A Fire Upon The Deep A Deepness In The Sky The Children of The Sky Realtime/Bobble Series The Peace War Marooned in Realtime Other Novels The Witling Tatja Grimm's World Rainbows End Collections Collected Stories of Vernor Vinge True Names At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
Author : Kevin Emerson
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 29,47 MB
Release : 2017-02-14
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 0062306731
“Last Day on Mars is thrillingly ambitious and imaginative. Like a lovechild of Gravity and The Martian, it's a rousing space opera for any age, meticulously researched and relentlessly paced, that balances action, science, humor, and most importantly, two compelling main characters in Liam and Phoebe. A fantastic start to an epic new series.” —Soman Chainani, New York Times bestselling author of the School for Good and Evil series “Emerson's writing explodes off the page in this irresistible space adventure, filled with startling plot twists, diabolical aliens, and (my favorite!) courageous young heroes faced with an impossible task.” —Lisa McMann, New York Times bestselling author of the Unwanteds series It is Earth year 2213—but, of course, there is no Earth anymore. Not since it was burned to a cinder by the sun, which has mysteriously begun the process of going supernova. The human race has fled to Mars, but this was only a temporary solution while we have prepared for a second trip: a one-hundred-fifty-year journey to a distant star, our best guess at where we might find a new home. Liam Saunders-Chang is one of the last humans left on Mars. The son of two scientists who have been racing against time to create technology vital to humanity’s survival, Liam, along with his friend Phoebe, will be on the last starliner to depart before Mars, like Earth before it, is destroyed. Or so he thinks. Because before this day is over, Liam and Phoebe will make a series of profound discoveries about the nature of time and space and find out that the human race is just one of many in our universe locked in a dangerous struggle for survival.
Author : Akash Rafiq
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,36 MB
Release : 2023-08-06
Category :
ISBN :
Are you fascinated by the possibility of encountering intelligent beings from beyond Earth? Delve into the captivating world of "Contact: Bridging the Gap with Alien Intelligence." This enthralling book takes you on a thrilling journey into the realm of extraterrestrial contact and interstellar travel. Explore the theoretical concepts of interstellar travel, from the Alcubierre warp drive to solar sails, and unravel the challenges of reaching distant star systems. Gain insights into potential modes of contact, including radio signals, messaging to extraterrestrial intelligence (METI), and the role of interstellar probes equipped with advanced AI. Discover the ethical considerations surrounding human-alien interactions, such as the Prime Directive, indigenous rights, and cultural sensitivity. Speculate on the impact of contact on human society, belief systems, and scientific understanding. Prepare for the paradigm shift that contact with advanced civilizations may bring. Whether you're a science enthusiast, a space exploration aficionado, or a fan of science fiction, "Contact: Bridging the Gap with Alien Intelligence" is a must-read. Immerse yourself in this thought-provoking journey of discovery, and expand your horizons into the mysteries of the universe. Join us on this extraordinary quest to bridge the gap with alien intelligence and unlock the secrets of the cosmos. Buy "Contact: Bridging the Gap with Alien Intelligence" now and embark on an unforgettable adventure into the unknown.
Author : Joshua E Kappelman
Publisher : Independently Published
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 46,59 MB
Release : 2024-02-04
Category : Fiction
ISBN :
Dive into the mysterious and captivating world of 'Alien POV, ' a groundbreaking sci-fi novel told through the eyes of an extraterrestrial explorers. From the dawn of human civilization to the present day and beyond, follow along on a thrilling journey that spans millennia. Through the eyes of our enigmatic extraterrestrial visitors, witness key moments in human history unravel with a fresh and insightful perspective. From the construction of the pyramids in ancient Egypt to the modern-day mysteries of UFO sightings, each chapter offers a unique glimpse into humanity's past, present, and future. Travel through both space and time as alien protagonists navigate through pivotal periods such as the Roman Empire, the Renaissance, and World War II. With vivid descriptions and captivating storytelling, 'Alien POV' transports readers to distant lands and unfamiliar cultures, offering a thought-provoking exploration of what it means to be human from an outsider's point of view. As the narrative unfolds, secrets are revealed, conspiracies are uncovered, and the true nature of humanity is laid bare. Blending elements of science fiction, history, and adventure, this unforgettable tale will keep readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page. Prepare to embark on an epic odyssey unlike anything you've ever experienced before. 'Alien POV' is not just a novel-it's a journey into the unknown that will leave you questioning everything you thought you knew about our world.
Author : Avi Loeb
Publisher : HarperCollins
Page : 245 pages
File Size : 28,16 MB
Release : 2021-01-26
Category : Science
ISBN : 0358274559
New York Times Bestseller | Wall Street Journal Bestseller | Publishers Weekly Bestseller | Publishers Marketplace 2020 Buzz Book | Amazon Best Book of the Year | Longlisted for the 2022 PEN/E.O. Wilson Literary Science Writing Award “Provocative and thrilling ... Loeb asks us to think big and to expect the unexpected.” —Alan Lightman, New York Times bestselling author of Einstein’s Dreams and Searching for Stars on an Island in Maine Harvard’s top astronomer lays out his controversial theory that our solar system was recently visited by advanced alien technology from a distant star. In late 2017, scientists at a Hawaiian observatory glimpsed an object soaring through our inner solar system, moving so quickly that it could only have come from another star. Avi Loeb, Harvard’s top astronomer, showed it was not an asteroid; it was moving too fast along a strange orbit, and left no trail of gas or debris in its wake. There was only one conceivable explanation: the object was a piece of advanced technology created by a distant alien civilization. In Extraterrestrial, Loeb takes readers inside the thrilling story of the first interstellar visitor to be spotted in our solar system. He outlines his controversial theory and its profound implications: for science, for religion, and for the future of our species and our planet. A mind-bending journey through the furthest reaches of science, space-time, and the human imagination, Extraterrestrial challenges readers to aim for the stars—and to think critically about what’s out there, no matter how strange it seems.
Author : Peter Watts
Publisher : Macmillan
Page : 388 pages
File Size : 20,41 MB
Release : 2006-10-03
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1429955198
Hugo and Shirley Jackson award-winning Peter Watts stands on the cutting edge of hard SF with his acclaimed novel, Blindsight Two months since the stars fell... Two months of silence, while a world held its breath. Now some half-derelict space probe, sparking fitfully past Neptune's orbit, hears a whisper from the edge of the solar system: a faint signal sweeping the cosmos like a lighthouse beam. Whatever's out there isn't talking to us. It's talking to some distant star, perhaps. Or perhaps to something closer, something en route. So who do you send to force introductions with unknown and unknowable alien intellect that doesn't wish to be met? You send a linguist with multiple personalities, her brain surgically partitioned into separate, sentient processing cores. You send a biologist so radically interfaced with machinery that he sees x-rays and tastes ultrasound. You send a pacifist warrior in the faint hope she won't be needed. You send a monster to command them all, an extinct hominid predator once called vampire, recalled from the grave with the voodoo of recombinant genetics and the blood of sociopaths. And you send a synthesist—an informational topologist with half his mind gone—as an interface between here and there. Pray they can be trusted with the fate of a world. They may be more alien than the thing they've been sent to find. At the Publisher's request, this title is being sold without Digital Rights Management Software (DRM) applied.
