Think Like a Dinosaur
Fiction | Novella | Adult | Published in 1995
275
Novella • Fiction
Outer Space • Future
1995
Adult
18+ years
In "Think Like a Dinosaur" by James Patrick Kelly, Michael Burr, a human working on the moon-based Tuulen station with dinosaur-like aliens called the Hanen, faces a moral dilemma when a teleportation malfunction results in a duplicate human, Kamala Shastri, remaining alive. The Hanen pressure Michael to rectify the 'error' by killing Kamala to maintain cosmic balance, conflicting with his human empathy and ethics. The story includes themes of existential and scientific ethics, and prolonged internal conflict.
Mysterious
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Think Like a Dinosaur by James Patrick Kelly is widely praised for its complex themes and engaging narrative. Critics commend its intricate exploration of morality and human identity in a futuristic setting. However, some readers find the plot dense and the technical jargon challenging. Overall, it is a thought-provoking read with both intellectual depth and emotional resonance.
Fans of intricate ethical dilemmas in science fiction, such as those found in Philip K. Dick's Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? and Arthur C. Clarke's 2001: A Space Odyssey, will appreciate James Patrick Kelly's Think Like a Dinosaur for its provocative exploration of human identity and technological advancement.
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275
Novella • Fiction
Outer Space • Future
1995
Adult
18+ years
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