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Second Childhood: A Positronic Book, (Paperback)
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- A thoughtful science fiction tale of aging, renewal, and the uneasy boundary between humanity and its technological creations. In Second Childhood, Clifford D. Simak explores a near future in which advanced science offers the possibility of rejuvenation-restoring youth, vitality, and the promise of a second life. Yet as individuals are given the chance to begin again, questions arise about identity, memory, and what it truly means to live a human life across multiple lifetimes.Simak's characteristic quiet style is fully evident here: rather than spectacle, the story unfolds through moral tension and reflective speculation. The promise of renewal brings with it unforeseen consequences, as society struggles to reconcile natural limits with artificial extension. As in much of Simak's work, technology is not merely a tool but a force that reshapes values, relationships, and the meaning of existence itself.A representative example of mid-twentieth-century American science fiction, Second Childhood combines philosophical inquiry with accessible storytelling. It will appeal to readers interested in classic speculative fiction, longevity and transformation themes, and the humane, contemplative tradition that distinguishes Simak's work within the genre.
| Book format | Paperback |
| Fiction/nonfiction | Fiction |
| Genre | Literature & Fiction |
| Publication date | February, 2016 |
| Pages | 26 |
| Subgenre | Classics |
| Series title | No Series |
| Edition | 1 |
| Publisher | Wilder Publications |
| Original languages | English |
| Language | English |
| Is collectible | N |
| Binding type | Perfect Binding |
| Recording time | 0 min |
| Retail packaging | Single Piece |
| Assembled product dimensions (l x w x h) | 6.00 x 0.06 x 9.00 in (15.2 x 0.2 x 22.9 cm) |
| Assembled product weight | 0.12 lb (50 grams) |
| Bisac subject heading | Fiction |
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Second Childhood: A Positronic Book, (Paperback)
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