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Spanning two billion years, this groundbreaking science fiction novel explores the evolution of humanity through eighteen distinct species, beginning with our own. It presents a cyclical view of history influenced by the Hegelian Dialectic, showcasing civilizations that rise and fall while ultimately progressing to greater heights. The narrative anticipates advancements in genetic engineering and introduces the concept of a supermind—a collective consciousness formed by telepathically linked individuals, marking a significant development in the genre.
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Last and First Men, Olaf Stapledon
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- Released
- 2012
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- Title
- Last and First Men
- Subtitle
- A Story of the Near and Far Future
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Olaf Stapledon
- Publisher
- Bibliotech Press
- Released
- 2012
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 238
- ISBN13
- 9781618950468
- Series
- Original title
- Last and first men
- Rating
- 3.8 out of 5
- Description
- Spanning two billion years, this groundbreaking science fiction novel explores the evolution of humanity through eighteen distinct species, beginning with our own. It presents a cyclical view of history influenced by the Hegelian Dialectic, showcasing civilizations that rise and fall while ultimately progressing to greater heights. The narrative anticipates advancements in genetic engineering and introduces the concept of a supermind—a collective consciousness formed by telepathically linked individuals, marking a significant development in the genre.