Science fiction books belong to a genre that has captivated readers around the world, leading them to explore new universes, confront dystopian futures, and reflect on the human condition. ‘La casa del libro’ has selected five essential works for lovers of the genre: “Star Maker” by Olaf Stapledon, «50 in 50» by Harry Harrison, “The stainless steel rat” by Harry Harrison, «Typescript of the second origin» by Manuel de Pedrolo and “Grey” by Carlos Sisí. Below, we highlight three of these fascinating books that you cannot stop reading.
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Olaf Stapledon’s “Star Maker”: A Cosmic Journey and one of the science fiction books that you can find in La Casa del Libro
“Star Maker” is a masterpiece that transcends the limits of science fiction traditional. Stapledon takes us on an astral journey through the galaxy, where the protagonist explores the birth and death of worlds with the aim of understanding the nature of the enigmatic “Star Maker.”
This book is not only a narrative of cosmic adventures, but also a deep reflection on the immensity of time and space, and the search for meaning in the universe.. Borges described it as a “prodigious novel,” and rightly so. It is an invitation to a true existential adventure that will make you question your place in the cosmos.
