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The Galaxy, And The Ground Within: A Novel (Wayfarers, 4)
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National Bestseller!Return To The Sprawling, Hugo Awardwinning Universe Of The Galactic Commons To Explore Another Corner Of The Cosmosone Often Mentioned, But Not Yet Exploredin This Absorbing Entry In The Wayfarers Series, Which Blends Heartwarming Characters And Imaginative Adventure.With No Water, No Air, And No Native Life, The Planet Gora Is Unremarkable. The Only Thing It Has Going For It Is A Chance Proximity To More Popular Worlds, Making It A Decent Stopover For Ships Traveling Between The Wormholes That Keep The Galactic Commons Connected. If Deep Space Is A Highway, Gora Is Just Your Average Truck Stop.At The Fivehop Onestop, Longhaul Spacers Can Stretch Their Legs (If They Have Legs, That Is), And Get Fuel, Transit Permits, And Assorted Supplies. The Fivehop Is Run By An Enterprising Alien And Her Sometimes Helpful Child, Who Work Hard To Provide A Little Piece Of Home To Everyone Passing Through.When A Freak Technological Failure Halts All Traffic To And From Gora, Three Strangersall Different Species With Different Aimsare Thrown Together At The Fivehop. Grounded, With Nothing To Do But Wait, The Trioan Exiled Artist With An Appointment To Keep, A Cargo Runner At A Personal Crossroads, And A Mysterious Individual Doing Her Best To Help Those On The Fringesare Compelled To Confront Where Theyve Been, Where They Might Go, And What They Are, Or Could Be, To Each Other.
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- Q: What is the genre of 'The Galaxy, and the Ground Within'? A: 'The Galaxy, and the Ground Within' is a science fiction novel that blends elements of personal growth and shared humanity, set in the Hugo Award-winning universe of the Galactic Commons.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'The Galaxy, and the Ground Within' is Becky Chambers.
- Q: When was this book published? A: 'The Galaxy, and the Ground Within' was published on April 20, 2021.
- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: The book contains 336 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of the book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Is this book a standalone or part of a series? A: 'The Galaxy, and the Ground Within' is the fourth book in the Wayfarers series.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of alien encounters, personal growth, and the importance of shared humanity.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is in new condition.
- Q: Is there a specific target audience for this book? A: This book is targeted towards readers who enjoy science fiction, especially those who appreciate character-driven narratives and imaginative adventures.
- Q: What makes this book different from other sci-fi novels? A: This book stands out for its heart-warming characters and its focus on interpersonal relationships set against a backdrop of deep space exploration.