Mission
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A provocative and genre-defying narrative that bridges the chasm between theology and science fiction. In Mission, Patrick Tilley presents an audacious premise: what if Jesus of Nazareth were to reappear in modern-day Manhattan, not as a mystical apparition, but in the flesh—dead on arrival at a city hospital? Through the eyes of Manhattan lawyer Leo Resnick and Dr. Miriam Maxwell, the story unfolds as a fast-paced, intellectually charged exploration of faith, questioning how the contemporary world would grapple with a literal visitation that transcends conventional religious boundaries. Rather than offering a simple retelling of sacred history, Tilley pivots into a masterful space opera, positing that this "return" is inextricably linked to an ancient, interstellar conflict. Known for his ability to weave complex philosophical themes into high-stakes, page-turning narratives, Tilley creates a work that is as witty as it is challenging. This edition serves as a significant artifact from an era when science fiction was being pushed toward more cerebral, subversive territories, making it a highly rewarding read for those who appreciate speculative fiction that refuses to shy away from the ultimate mysteries of the universe.
Author: Patrick Tilley
Format: Paperback
Genre: Science fiction
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A provocative and genre-defying narrative that bridges the chasm between theology and science fiction. In Mission, Patrick Tilley presents an audacious premise: what if Jesus of Nazareth were to reappear in modern-day Manhattan, not as a mystical apparition, but in the flesh—dead on arrival at a city hospital? Through the eyes of Manhattan lawyer Leo Resnick and Dr. Miriam Maxwell, the story unfolds as a fast-paced, intellectually charged exploration of faith, questioning how the contemporary world would grapple with a literal visitation that transcends conventional religious boundaries. Rather than offering a simple retelling of sacred history, Tilley pivots into a masterful space opera, positing that this "return" is inextricably linked to an ancient, interstellar conflict. Known for his ability to weave complex philosophical themes into high-stakes, page-turning narratives, Tilley creates a work that is as witty as it is challenging. This edition serves as a significant artifact from an era when science fiction was being pushed toward more cerebral, subversive territories, making it a highly rewarding read for those who appreciate speculative fiction that refuses to shy away from the ultimate mysteries of the universe.