I still enjoy reading science fiction novels and was curious of what novel others had enjoyed the most.
2006-06-24 02:22:32 · 18 answers · asked by Jay Jay 2 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Books & Authors
Marooned in Realtime by Vernor Vinge
2006-06-26 04:33:46 · answer #1 · answered by O Caçador 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I love Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451, however many people feel that Bradbury's work is not science fiction when in fact it is. I feel that Fahrenheit 451 is a reflective piece of literature, showing us, clearly how destructive and shallow the human race is. We are unrealistic and we create to gain new knowledge, nonetheless, with such knowledge comes destruction. I am quite fond of Bradbury' ideas, the thought of burning books sends chills up my spine, it's a distasteful and corrupted actions, which fiendishly attacks the heart and soul. Ray Bradbury's book is one of the greatest science fiction novels of our time, and as many of you already know, the book began as a short tale titled, The Pedestrian. The short tale grew over time and became a brilliant, classic work.
2006-06-24 03:38:22 · answer #2 · answered by vampire_12002 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Voyage to the Red Planet by Terry Bisson. It's a gripping adventure, written in a lively and entertaining style. There's a lot of humor in it, plus some really great social satire. I'm more into fantasy and mysteries than SF, but I have to say this novel really stayed with me. Terry Bisson is a great writer, with many short stories appearing in the major SF magazines.
2006-06-24 06:04:19 · answer #3 · answered by Scribe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
End Of Eternity by Isaac Asimov
its the only science fiction book about time travel that actually gives any detailed thought to what time is all about
2006-06-24 02:26:54 · answer #4 · answered by Ivanhoe Fats 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Time Enough for Love" by Robert Heinlein. This book intrigue me because it is a fictional biography of the world's oldest living human. Lazuras Long is a thousand years old and wants to end his life. His caretakers prevent him at all turns. During this period he remembers his long life. Interesting premise. Good reading. Highly recommended.
2006-06-25 07:18:12 · answer #5 · answered by kitten 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I enjoy the Acorna series. It is about a young girl from an alien race who has no memories of her people and is being raised by three humans. It is set in future, how far I cannot say. But it is very fascinating and I highly recomend it.
2006-06-24 11:25:48 · answer #6 · answered by Dara K 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
William Gibson's Neuromancer.
2006-06-24 02:48:02 · answer #7 · answered by Mary Contrary 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
"Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick
Absolutely amazing. It's so deep looking into the definition of "humanity" and what makes a human. However, if you'd prefer not to read it the on-screen adaption is formally known as "Blade Runner" starring Harrison Ford.
2006-06-24 02:26:51 · answer #8 · answered by Trenn 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Glory Road by Heinlein. Mixes sci-fi and swords and sorcery, my two favorite fiction styles. It was always easy to see myself as "Oh Scar". I can imagine walking down the street today with a hand and a half sword dangling from my hip.
2006-06-24 02:28:59 · answer #9 · answered by sparkletina 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card. I have read it three or four times. I enjoy it very much. Why do I enjoy it? I think it helps my inner child to know: greatness comes not from age but from the heart within.
2006-06-24 02:28:41 · answer #10 · answered by Sugar Bear 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋