Neutron Star
Neutron Star
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Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction
Deep Space • Future
1986
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In the short story "Neutron Star" by Larry Niven, a person investigates the mysterious death of two space explorers who encountered a neutron star. The plot follows their journey to uncover the truth about the deadly celestial object, revealing its intense gravitational impact and the physics-defying challenges it presents.
Mysterious
Suspenseful
Adventurous
Challenging
Informative
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Larry Niven's Neutron Star is praised for its imaginative hard science fiction, integrating scientific concepts with gripping storytelling. Critics commend Niven's innovative ideas and solid character development. Some readers find the technical details overwhelming, but most appreciate the thoughtful blend of science and adventure, marking it a classic in the genre.
Who Should Read Neutron Star?
Fans of Neutron Star by Larry Niven typically enjoy intricate hard science fiction with strong scientific grounding, much like Arthur C. Clarke's Rendezvous with Rama or Isaac Asimov's Foundation series. These readers appreciate imaginative cosmic exploration, problem-solving, and speculative technologies.
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Neutron Star is a collection of science fiction short stories by Larry Niven that introduced the "known space" universe and the character Beowulf Shaeffer.
The titular story, "Neutron Star," was first published in the magazine If in 1966 and won the Hugo Award for Best Short Story in 1967.
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The book's stories often explore scientific concepts and phenomena, such as tidal forces and the behavior of light and gravity near massive astronomical objects.
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285
Anthology/Varied Collection • Fiction
Deep Space • Future
1986
Adult
18+ years
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