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Walter M. Miller Jr.
Saint Leibowitz and the Wild Horse Woman
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Part of "St. Leibowitz" series
"Saint Leibowitz and the Wild Horse Woman" is a post-apocalyptic novel written by Walter M. Miller Jr. It is a sequel to his award-winning novel "A Canticle for Leibowitz," which won the Hugo Award in 1961. The novel is set in the same post-apocalyptic world as its predecessor, a world that has been devastated by a nuclear holocaust and is now slowly rebuilding itself. The story follows the journey of a young engineer named Blacktooth, who is tasked with building a bridge over a treacherous canyon. Along the way, he encounters a mysterious woman known only as the Wild Horse Woman, who becomes his guide and companion. The novel explores themes of faith, technology, and the human capacity for both destruction and creation. It is a complex and thought-provoking work that challenges readers to consider the consequences of our actions and the role of technology in shaping our world. Miller's writing is rich and evocative, bringing the post-apocalyptic world of the novel to life in vivid detail. The characters are well-developed and engaging, and the plot is full of twists and turns that keep readers guessing until the very end. Overall, "Saint Leibowitz and the Wild Horse Woman" is a compelling and thought-provoking novel that is sure to appeal to fans of science fiction and post-apocalyptic literature. It is a worthy successor to "A Canticle for Leibowitz" and a testament to Miller's skill as a writer and storyteller...
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