Here Gather the Stars by Clifford D. Simak
Way Station
In "Here Gather the Stars," a science fiction novel, the protagonist is a space-faring trader who comes across an ancient, abandoned alien library that holds the knowledge of countless civilizations. As he delves into the library's secrets, he discovers that it offers not only advanced technology but also profound philosophical insights. The novel explores themes of isolation, the importance of knowledge, and humanity's place in the cosmos, as the protagonist grapples with the implications of this newfound wisdom and the moral dilemmas it presents, ultimately questioning what it means to be human in an infinite universe.
The 11406th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1963
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 150-200
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
-
(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- - Way Station
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 116th on Top 200 Science Fiction Books (Pre-2000) (Sci-Fi Lists)
- 6859th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- Hugo Award for Best Novel (Hugo Awards)
- Science Fiction: The 100 Best Novels (David Pringle)