Name: mortal engines
SKU: 1541867
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Author: Stanislaw Lem
ISBN: 9780156621618

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Author

Stanislaw Lem

Publisher

Harper Voyager

Language

English

Format

Paperback

Dimensions

20.1x13.7x1.6 cm

Weight

0.30 kg.

ISBN

0156621614

ISBN13

9780156621618

Synopsis "mortal engines"

These fourteen science fiction stories reveal Lem's fascination with artificial intelligence and demonstrate just how surprisingly human sentient machines can be. "Astonishing is not too strong a word for these tales" (Wall Street Journal). Translated and with an Introduction by Michael Kandel.

Stanislaw Lem

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Stanisław Lem (1921-2006) was a prominent Polish writer in science fiction literature. Born in Lviv, he developed a prolific literary career that explored themes such as cybernetics, communication, and the human condition. His work is characterized by a deep philosophical sense and, at times, a humorous tone.

Among his most recognized works are Solaris (1961), The Cyberiad (1965), and The Futurological Congress (1971), all in the science fiction genre. Additionally, he wrote essays like Summa Technologiae (1964), where he reflects on the future of technology. His literary legacy has significantly influenced contemporary science fiction.

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