Ben Bova drew upon his extensive background in science and technology to craft works rich with references to spaceflight, lasers, artificial hearts, nanotechnology, and environmentalism. His deep understanding of the future, and his ability to translate that into fiction, has earned him attention from Hollywood, where he has consulted on major film projects. Bova was also a significant figure in the science fiction world, serving as editor for prominent magazines and leading the National Space Society. His writing often explores complex scientific concepts and their impact on humanity, offering readers a compelling glimpse into what might be.
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The final completed novel by Ben Bova Intergalactic explorer, venture capitalist, and Casanova Sam Gunn may be gone, but his legacy lives on in his son, Sam Gunn Jr. In his first-ever adventure, Sam Gunn Jr. sets off to fulfill his father's left-behind mission of interplanetary enterprising. He soon learns his father's shoes are tough to fill, but he is up for the task. Junior takes a journey through the stars, falling in love with beautiful women and leaving his unique mark everywhere he ventures. Soon, however, this trip through the universe takes a dangerous turn when Junior lands on Saturn and learns about a recent scientific discovery that will change everything, possibly forever. Will he be able to save the universe and live up to his father's name? Take an unforgettable ride through space in master sci-fi author Ben Bova's exciting novel!
Set in a near-future landscape, the story follows Jake Ross, a science advisor to Senator Frank Tomlinson, as they navigate intricate political strategies and power dynamics. The narrative unfolds as tensions rise, showcasing Bova's signature blend of science fiction and political intrigue, making for a gripping thriller that explores the consequences of power in a rapidly changing world.
Jake Ross, a former astronaut turned space advisor, is on a mission to initiate the colonization of the solar system. As an all-out troubleshooter for the President, he faces numerous challenges in his ambitious quest to expand humanity's reach beyond Earth. The narrative promises to explore themes of exploration, innovation, and the complexities of space colonization.
"In this new anthology, Ben Bova has compiled fourteen of his favorite short stories. Each story includes an all-new introduction with compelling insight into the narrative. Exploring the boundaries of the genre, Bova not only writes of spaceships, aliens, and time travel in most of his titles, but also speculates on the beginnings of science fiction."--Publisher
Earth is the latest science fiction novel from multiple Hugo Award winner Ben Bova, author of Apes and Angels and SurvivalA wave of lethal gamma radiation is expanding from the core of the Milky Way galaxy at the speed of light, killing everything in its path. The countdown to when the death wave will reach Earth and the rest of the solar system is at two thousand years.Humans were helped by the Predecessors, who provided shielding generators that can protect the solar system. In return, the Predecessors asked humankind's help to save other intelligent species that are in danger of being annihilated.But what of Earth? With the Death Wave no longer a threat to humanity, humans have spread out and colonized all the worlds of the solar system. The technology of the Predecessors has made Earth a paradise, at least on the surface. But a policy of exiling discontented young people to the outer planets and asteroid mines has led to a deep divide between the new worlds and the homeworld, and those tensions are about to explode into open war.
In einer dystopischen Zukunft leben Menschen in einer automatisierten, unterirdischen Gesellschaft, wo ihre Identität aus einem Präfix und einer Nummer besteht. Zwangsmedikation reguliert ihr Verhalten, während Überwachung Verbrechen wie Medikamentenverweigerung und Sexualität bestraft. Zwei Protagonisten lehnen die Drogen ab und suchen nach einem Ausweg. THX 1138 – DAS DROGEN-PARADIES ist die Roman-Adaption des gleichnamigen Films von George Lucas.
Six-time Hugo winner Ben Bova brings us a gripping political thriller on the cutting-edge of science and technology in Power Surge. The science advisor to a newly-elected freshman senator, Jake has crafted a comprehensive energy plan that employs innovative new technologies to make America the world's leader in energy production while simultaneously boosting the economy and protecting the environment. The facts--and the science--are on Jake's side, but his plan soon runs afoul of entrenched special interests, well-funded lobbies, cynical bureaucrats, pork-barrel politics, and one very powerful US Senator. To keep his plan alive and secure a sustainable future for America, Jake needs a crash course in the way Washington really works. Everyone keeps telling him that his plan has no hope of succeeding, but Jake is determined to prove them wrong even if it kills him...something that certain hostile parties may be all too happy to arrange.
Featuring a collection of seventeen hard science fiction stories, this anthology showcases the imaginative works of renowned contemporary authors. Each tale delves into complex scientific concepts and futuristic scenarios, pushing the boundaries of technology and human experience. Readers can expect a diverse range of narratives that explore themes like space exploration, artificial intelligence, and the ethical dilemmas of scientific advancement, making it a must-read for enthusiasts of the genre.
