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A Deepness in the Sky (Zones of Thought, #2)

Vernor Vinge
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A Deepness in the Sky (Zones of Thought, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000

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Vernor Vinge

A Deepness in the Sky (Zones of Thought, #2)

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

775

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Space • Far Future

Theme
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Vernor Vinge's A Deepness in the Sky centers on two human spacefaring civilizations encountering an alien species during their exploration of a star system. The story delves into themes of communication, survival, and the complexity of political and social systems among different intelligent beings.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

36,754 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Vernor Vinge's A Deepness in the Sky is widely praised for its complex characters, inventive plot, and intricate depiction of alien cultures. However, some reviewers find its pacing slow and the technical jargon overwhelming. Despite these drawbacks, it stands out as a significant work in science fiction, appreciated for its depth and thought-provoking themes.

Who should read this

Who Should Read A Deepness in the Sky (Zones of Thought, #2)?

A reader who enjoys complex, thought-provoking science fiction with rich world-building and intricate plots, similar to those found in Isaac Asimov's Foundation series or Arthur C. Clarke's Rendezvous with Rama, would likely appreciate Vernor Vinge's A Deepness in the Sky.

4.5

36,754 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

775

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Space • Far Future

Theme
Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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