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Startide Rising (The Uplift Saga, Book 2),Used
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David Brin's Uplift novels are among the most thrilling and extraordinary science fiction ever written. Sundiver, Startide Rising, and The Uplift Wara New York Times bestsellertogether make up one of the most beloved sagas of all time. Brin's tales are set in a future universe in which no species can reach sentience without being 'uplifted' by a patron race. But the greatest mystery of all remains unsolved: who uplifted humankind?The Terran exploration vessel Streaker has crashed in the uncharted water world of Kithrup, bearing one of the most important discoveries in galactic history. Below, a handful of her human and dolphin crew battles armed rebellion and a hostile planet to safeguard her secretthe fate of the Progenitors, the fabled First Race who seeded wisdom throughout the stars.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'Startide Rising' about? A: 'Startide Rising' is a science fiction novel by David Brin that follows the story of the Terran exploration vessel Streaker, which crashes on the uncharted water world of Kithrup. The crew, consisting of humans and dolphins, must protect a significant secret related to the fate of the Progenitors, the First Race that uplifted species in the galaxy.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Startide Rising'? A: The author of 'Startide Rising' is David Brin, a renowned science fiction writer known for his Uplift Saga series.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Startide Rising' was published on March 1, 1984.
- Q: How many pages does 'Startide Rising' have? A: 'Startide Rising' has a total of 480 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, which typically means it may show some signs of wear but remains readable and intact.
- Q: What edition of 'Startide Rising' is available? A: The available edition of 'Startide Rising' is a reissue.
- Q: Is 'Startide Rising' part of a series? A: 'Startide Rising' is the second book in David Brin's Uplift Saga, following 'Sundiver' and preceding 'The Uplift War'.
- Q: What genre does 'Startide Rising' belong to? A: 'Startide Rising' is classified as science fiction, particularly within the subgenre of space opera.
- Q: Is there any specific material used for the book's binding? A: The book is bound in a mass market format, which is a common type of paperback binding.
- Q: Are there any notable themes in 'Startide Rising'? A: 'Startide Rising' explores themes of exploration, sentience, and the relationship between different species, as well as the concept of uplift and its implications in a complex universe.