Alien Embassy
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Ian Watson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Readers Union - BCE., 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Ian Watson's "Alien Embassy" is a compelling work of science fiction that transports readers to a future where humanity grapples with its first encounter with an alien civilization. The narrative centers on a unique diplomatic mission, where a human ambassador must navigate complex interstellar politics and profound cultural differences to forge a fragile peace. This novel masterfully blends philosophical inquiry with thrilling adventure, presenting a thought-provoking examination of communication, understanding, and the very nature of consciousness across species. It is a must-read for enthusiasts of classic, idea-driven science fiction.
Author: Ian Watson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Readers Union - BCE., 1978
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: Previous owner
Ian Watson's "Alien Embassy" is a compelling work of science fiction that transports readers to a future where humanity grapples with its first encounter with an alien civilization. The narrative centers on a unique diplomatic mission, where a human ambassador must navigate complex interstellar politics and profound cultural differences to forge a fragile peace. This novel masterfully blends philosophical inquiry with thrilling adventure, presenting a thought-provoking examination of communication, understanding, and the very nature of consciousness across species. It is a must-read for enthusiasts of classic, idea-driven science fiction.