Ball Lightning by Cixin Liu
The novel explores the mysterious and destructive phenomenon of ball lightning through the eyes of Chen, a physicist whose parents were killed by it. Driven by a desire to understand and harness this enigmatic force, Chen embarks on a journey that intertwines with military interests and scientific exploration. As he delves deeper, he encounters a brilliant but morally ambiguous scientist, Lin Yun, and together they uncover the potential of ball lightning as a weapon, raising profound ethical questions about the pursuit of knowledge and the consequences of technological advancement. The narrative blends elements of science fiction with philosophical reflections on the nature of obsession and the limits of human understanding.
- Published
- 2004
- Nationality
- Chinese
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 384
- Original Language
- Chinese
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(3.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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