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Greg Egan
Schild's Ladder
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In "Schild's Ladder" by Greg Egan, the author explores the boundaries of science fiction and hard science, weaving a complex narrative that follows the lives of several characters as they navigate a universe on the brink of a fundamental transformation. The story is set against the backdrop of a catastrophic event known as the "Bounce," which has created a new, higher-dimensional universe, and follows the efforts of a group of scientists to understand and harness the power of this new realm. The novel is divided into three parts, each focusing on a different set of characters and their experiences with the Bounce. The first part introduces us to the scientists at the Large Hadron Collider, who are the first to detect the new universe and begin to study its properties. The second part follows a group of explorers who venture into the new universe, seeking to understand its nature and harness its power. The third part takes place in a future where humanity has been transformed by the Bounce, and follows a young woman who must come to terms with the consequences of her ancestors' actions. Egan's writing is precise and unadorned, with a focus on the science and technology that drives the story. He explores complex concepts such as the nature of consciousness, the limits of scientific knowledge, and the implications of higher-dimensional physics. The characters are well-developed and relatable, and the narrative is engaging and thought-provoking. "Schild's Ladder" is a challenging and rewarding read that will appeal to fans of hard science fiction and those interested in the intersection of science and philosophy. It is a novel that asks big questions and offers no easy answers, and will leave readers pondering its implications long after they have turned the final page. In summary, "Schild's Ladder" is a thought-provoking and engaging novel that explores the boundaries of science fiction and hard science. It follows a group of scientists and explorers as they navigate a universe on the brink of a fundamental transformation, and raises complex questions about the nature of consciousness, the limits of scientific knowledge, and the implications of higher-dimensional physics. With its precise writing and well-developed characters, it is a novel that will appeal to fans of hard science fiction and those interested in the intersection of science and philosophy...
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