Solaris
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Stanislaw Lem , Joanna Kilmartin, Steve Cox
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ISBN: 0156027607, 978-0156027601
Book publisher: Mariner
Book Price $0 : Solaris by Stanislaw Lem, translated by Joanna Kilmartin and Steve Cox, is a seminal work of science fiction exploring the profound psychological and philosophical themes surrounding human interaction with an incomprehensible extraterrestrial intelligence. The novel centers on Kris Kelvin, a psychologist sent to a research station orbiting the oceanic planet Solaris, which is covered by a sentient, planet-wide organism capable of manifesting physical representations of human memories and subconscious fears. This groundbreaking narrative delves into the limitations of human understanding and the challenges of communication between fundamentally different forms of consciousness. Along with its deep exploration of identity, memory, and existential isolation, Solaris has been studied in various academic contexts, prompting the creation of solution manuals and answer keys aiming to unpack its complex themes for students and literary analysts. The book's table of content is carefully structured to guide readers through its layered storytelling and philosophical inquiries. Solaris received critical acclaim for its innovative approach to science fiction, influencing genres concerned with cognitive science, metaphysics, and the nature of reality. Through its imaginative yet technical portrayal of contact with the alien, the novel remains relevant in discussions about artificial intelligence, cognitive methodologies, and system theory. It blends speculative fiction with psychological depth, inviting readers to question the efficacy of human science when confronted with the unknown. Solaris's legacy includes multiple film adaptations and academic discourse, emphasizing its enduring role in both literary and scientific explorations of consciousness and human cognition. Students looking for cheap supplementary guides will find this volume particularly helpful and user-friendly.
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