Dawn of the Demigods by Raymond Z. Gallun

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Author Gallun, Raymond Z., 1911-1994
Illustrator Vestal, Herman B., 1916-2007
Title Dawn of the Demigods
Alternate Title Dawn of the Demi-Gods
Note Listed in magazine table of contents as "Dawn of the Demi-Gods."
Credits Greg Weeks, Mary Meehan and the Online Distributed
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Summary "Dawn of the Demigods" by Raymond Z. Gallun is a science fiction novel written in the mid-20th century. The story unfolds in a future where humanity has expanded its reach into the solar system, but it reflects on the profound challenges and fears stemming from rapid technological advancements. The main character, Charles Harver, navigates a world marked by the remnants of human conflict and the exploration of alien technology, leading to encounters that question the essence of humanity itself. The opening of the novel introduces a post-apocalyptic Earth, where the protagonist recalls the history of humanity's advancements in space exploration and the inventions that led to both wonders and disasters. Harver grew up on the Moon, raised by a technician and a scientist, revealing an environment rife with innovation yet shadowed by the complexities of progress. In his journey, Charles demonstrates remarkable robotic capabilities during a fire rescue, highlighting the merging of human intellect with robotic advancement. As the narrative unfolds, readers are drawn into a quest for understanding and mastery of emerging technologies, facing philosophical questions about identity, existence, and humanity’s future in the face of rapid change, setting the stage for a layered and thought-provoking tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject Science fiction
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EBook-No. 63797
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Most Recently Updated Dec 5, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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