Darwin's Radio by Greg Bear
In the science fiction novel, a groundbreaking discovery of ancient human remains leads to the uncovering of a new, heretofore unseen stage of human evolution. Scientists grapple with the implications of a dormant virus that has suddenly awakened within human DNA, causing rapid, radical, and uncontrolled genetic mutations. As the virus spreads, society is thrown into chaos, with fear and uncertainty about the future of humanity. The protagonists, a molecular biologist and a paleontologist, race against time to understand the virus, known as "Darwin's Radio," and its potential to either doom or elevate the human race. Their journey is fraught with personal and professional challenges as they confront the possibility that evolution might be a much more active and immediate force than anyone had ever imagined.
The 4198th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1999
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 448
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 3 lists:
- 139th on Top 200 Science Fiction Books (Pre-2000) (Sci-Fi Lists)
- 1000 Novels Everyone Must Read (The Guardian)
- Nebula Award (Nebula Awards)