The Thousand Earths

In the year 2145AD, John Hackett is a space traveler and time traveler who is on a mission to Andromeda to get a close-up look at the constellation which will eventually crash into the Milky Way. At the same time, Mela's world is coming to an end, with erosion eating away at the edges of every landmass, displacing people and animals as the rising Tide destroys everything in its path. This is a beautiful, page-turning story that interweaves the tale of these two characters, separated by both space and time, in a hopeful exploration of humanity's future.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 592 pages
Publication date: 22 June 2023
Publisher: Orion Publishing Co

In the year 2145, John Hackett's adventure is just beginning. In the distant year 30, Mela's story is coming to a close. Hackett, aboard his trusty ship, the Perseus, is not just a space traveler embarking on an expedition to Neptune and back but also a time traveler, thanks to the time-dilation effect. His new mission will take him to Andromeda, where he will get a close-up look at the constellation that will eventually crash into the Milky Way, giving humanity a heads-up about the challenges that lie ahead. This mission, which will span five million years, will not only take him into uncharted space but also back to a vastly different time.

Mela's world is on the brink of destruction. Erosion is eating away at the edges of every landmass, at a rate that is rapidly accelerating, displacing people and animals as the rising Tide destroys everything in its path. The pressure on the remaining people and resources is mounting, making their fight for survival, to protect each other, no less desperate and no less doomed.

Despite their knowledge of the long-predicted end of their home, one of the Thousand Earths, Mela and her people remain determined to survive. They have always known that this day would come, but it only intensifies their determination to fight for their lives and the lives of their loved ones.

Stephen Baxter's "The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet" is a beautiful, page-turning story that interweaves the tale of these two characters, separated by both space and time, in a hopeful exploration of humanity's future. It is a testament to Baxter's talent as a writer, as he weaves together a compelling narrative that is both exciting and thought-provoking.

Through the eyes of Hackett and Mela, we witness the struggles and triumphs of humanity as it faces the challenges of the unknown and the inevitability of its fate. The book offers a glimpse into the possibilities of a future where technology and humanity work together to overcome the greatest obstacles and create a better world for all.

"The Long Way to a Small, Angry Planet" is a must-read for anyone who loves science fiction, adventure, and a hopeful vision of the future. It is a testament to the power of storytelling and the ability of science fiction to inspire and challenge us.

Weight: 410g
Dimension: 131 x 199 x 43 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781473228924