Speed Of Dark: Winner of the Nebula Award by Elizabeth Moon (English) Paperback

Description: Speed Of Dark by Elizabeth Moon A near-future SF thriller that is both page-turning and thought-provoking. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Lou has been told he is different to normal people. He interacts with the world in a way they do not understand. He might not see the things they see, however, but he also sees many things they do not. Lou is autistic.One of his skills is an ability to find patterns in data: extraordinary, complex, beautiful patterns that not even the most powerful computers can comprehend. The company he works for has made considerable sums of money from Lous work. But now they want Lou to change - to become normal like themselves. And he must face the greatest challenge of his life. To understand the speed of dark.SPEED OF DARK is a powerful near-future thriller, the theme of which is both universal and intensely personal. It is dedicated to the authors own autistic son, and to other parents of autistic children, in the hope that they also find that delight in difference. Author Biography Elizabeth Moon served in the US Marine Corps, reaching the rank of 1st Lieutenant during active duty. She has also earned degrees in history and biology, run for public office and been a columnist on her local newspaper. She lives near Austin, Texas, with her husband and their son. Twenty-six of her books are in print, and she won the Nebula Award with her science fiction novel Speed of Dark (also shortlisted for the Clarke Award), and she was a finalist for the Hugo in 1997. Long Description Lou has been told he is different to normal people. He interacts with the world in a way they do not understand. He might not see the things they see, however, but he also sees many things they do not. Lou is autistic.One of his skills is an ability to find patterns in data: extraordinary, complex, beautiful patterns that not even the most powerful computers can comprehend. The company he works for has made considerable sums of money from Lous work. But now they want Lou to change - to become normal like themselves. And he must face the greatest challenge of his life. To understand the speed of dark.SPEED OF DARK is a powerful near-future thriller, the theme of which is both universal and intensely personal. It is dedicated to the authors own autistic son, and to other parents of autistic children, in the hope that they also find that delight in difference. Review Quote A fine novel ... Absolutely compelling - Greg BearA must read! - Anne McCaffreyhighly sensitive ... Moon documents poignantly their battle to interact with the world of shapes, sounds and feelings that are strangers to them - THE TIMESsympathetic and believable ...Moons characters will stay with you for a long time - STARBURST Promotional "Headline" A near-future SF thriller that is both page-turning and thought-provoking. Details ISBN0356516989 Author Elizabeth Moon Format Paperback Year 2021 ISBN-10 0356516989 ISBN-13 9780356516981 Publication Date 2021-04-08 Short Title Speed of Dark Language English UK Release Date 2021-04-08 Pages 480 Series Tom Thorne Novels Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Publisher Little, Brown Book Group Imprint Orbit Subtitle Winner of the Nebula Award DEWEY 813.6 Audience General NZ Release Date 2021-08-09 AU Release Date 2021-08-09 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:131575343;

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