The Time Ships by Stephen Baxter
This novel is a sequel to H.G. Wells' classic "The Time Machine," expanding on the original story with a grand exploration of time and space. The protagonist, the Time Traveler, embarks on another journey, only to find his actions have altered the future. He navigates through a series of alternate realities and timelines, including a world dominated by Morlocks, a post-human solar system, and a universe at the brink of its end. Throughout his adventures, he confronts philosophical and moral dilemmas, including the nature of humanity, the concept of time, and the impact of his own interventions. This ambitious narrative combines hard science fiction with deep philosophical questions, offering a complex and thought-provoking continuation of the original tale.
The 5829th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1995
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 544
- Words
- Unknown
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- The British Science Fiction Association Awards - Novel (British Science Fiction Association)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)