Books matching: advanced biotechnology implications
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Save:Distress by Greg Egan is a near-future hard science fiction novel that delves into a society where political correctness has taken extreme forms, leading to new religions and cults centered around social issues like gender fluidity, genetic manipulation, and acceptance or rejection of science. The story follows Andrew, a scientific journalist investigating a conference where a new Theory of Everything is to be announced, unraveling a complex web of cults and groups with varying agendas. Egan's writing style weaves together intricate scientific concepts with social issues, creating a thought-provoking narrative that challenges readers to contemplate the implications of advanced biotechnology and philosophical ideas.
The novel expertly balances action with character development, exploring themes of societal norms, human consciousness, and the ethical implications of scientific advancements. Through a mix of suspenseful plot twists and mind-bending ideas, Egan crafts a cohesive and satisfying narrative that offers insights into complex philosophical and scientific concepts, all set against a backdrop of a near-future Australia grappling with technological and societal changes.
The bioethicist was a laconic young asex with blond dreadlocks and a T-shirt which flashed up the slogan SAY NO TO TOE! in between the paid advertising. Ve countersigned the permission form on the for...
(Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Subjective Cosmology ) - #2
Save:Jenna Fox wakes up from a coma, unable to remember her past, and embarks on a journey to uncover the truth about her identity. Set in a futuristic world, the novel delves into themes of bioethics, genetic engineering, and the essence of humanity. Through Jenna's exploration of her life and family, the story raises thought-provoking questions about what defines a person and the boundaries of science and technology.
Awareness There is a dark place. A place where I have no eyes, no mouth. No words. I can’t cry out because I have no breath. The silence is so deep I want to die. But I can’t. The darkness and silence... - #3
Save:Architects of Emortality is a murder mystery set in a future where genetic engineering and nanotechnology have extended human lifespan drastically. The novel follows detectives investigating mysterious murders of scientists, with a backdrop of a complex and detailed world created by Stableford. The characters are intriguing, especially the enigmatic Oscar Wilde, who serves as a link to 20th-century culture and literature and adds depth to the narrative.
The plot revolves around the detectives trying to solve the murders, which leads them on a wild chase involving experts in various fields and a prime suspect who is a genetic engineer. The story explores themes of longevity, bioengineering, and the implications of extended lifespans, raising philosophical questions about humanity's future in a world where death is no longer a certainty.
