Contact by Carl Sagan
The book is a science fiction novel that explores the concept of human contact with extraterrestrial life. The protagonist, a scientist, deciphers a radio signal from a distant star system that contains plans for a complex machine. After building and entering the machine, she and her team are transported to a distant star system where they meet an alien species. The novel delves into philosophical discussions about religion, science, and the nature of human existence.
The 820th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1985
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 432
- Words
- 150,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 47th on Top 200 Science Fiction Books (Pre-2000) (Sci-Fi Lists)
- 50th on Top 100 Science-Fiction, Fantasy Books (NPR)
- 69th on Top 100 Killer Thrillers (NPR)
- The 100 Best Science Fiction Books of All Time (Tor)
- The Guardian's Essential Library (The Guardian)
- 1001 Books You Must Read Before You Die (The Book)
- 100 All-Time Greatest Popular Science Books (Open Education Database)