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Ted Chiang's first published story, 'Tower of Babylon,' won the Nebula Award in 1990. Subsequent stories have won the Asimov's SF Magazine reader poll, a second Nebula Award, the Theodore Sturgeon Memorial Award, and the Sidewise Award for alternate history. He won the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer in 1992. Story for story, he is the most honored young writer in modern SF.Now, collected here for the first time are all seven of this extraordinary writer's stories so farplus an eighth story written especially for this volume.What if men built a tower from Earth to Heavenand broke through to Heaven's other side? What if we discovered that the fundamentals of mathematics were arbitrary and inconsistent? What if there were a science of naming things that calls life into being from inanimate matter? What if exposure to an alien language forever changed our perception of time? What if all the beliefs of fundamentalist Christianity were literally true, and the sight of sinners being swallowed into fiery pits were a routine event on city streets? These are the kinds of outrageous questions posed by the stories of Ted Chiang. Stories of your life . . . and others.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Stories of Your Life and Others'? A: The main theme of 'Stories of Your Life and Others' revolves around exploring profound philosophical questions through speculative fiction, such as the nature of reality, language, and the human condition.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Stories of Your Life and Others' is Ted Chiang, an acclaimed science fiction writer known for his thought-provoking narratives.
- Q: How many stories are included in this collection? A: This collection includes all seven of Ted Chiang's previously published stories, plus an additional eighth story written specifically for this volume.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: The book was published on August 2, 2003.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is listed as 'Used Book in Good Condition,' indicating it may have some wear but is still in acceptable shape for reading.
- Q: What is the page count of 'Stories of Your Life and Others'? A: The book has a total of 336 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is bound in paperback.
- Q: What are some awards that Ted Chiang has received for his writing? A: Ted Chiang has received numerous awards, including the Nebula Award, the Theodore Sturgeon Memorial Award, and the John W. Campbell Award for Best New Writer.
- Q: Is there a specific story that stands out in this collection? A: One standout story is 'Tower of Babylon,' which won the Nebula Award in 1990 and is often highlighted for its imaginative premise.
- Q: What genre does 'Stories of Your Life and Others' belong to? A: The book belongs to the science fiction genre, characterized by its exploration of speculative and philosophical ideas.