Im Jahr 2019 empfangen die Jesuiten Signale intelligenten Lebens und brechen zu einem fremden Planeten auf, um Gottes Ruhm zu mehren. Diese Mission stellt ihren Glauben auf die Probe. Ein fesselnder Roman im Stil von Ursula K. Le Guin.
The SparrowSeries
This series delves into the profound depths of faith, science, and the human condition when confronted with the unknown. It follows the ambitious journey of a mission venturing into space to answer humanity's greatest question. The narratives explore the complex consequences of first contact with an extraterrestrial civilization, testing the limits of hope, despair, and the very essence of humanity. Prepare for a compelling blend of science fiction adventure, philosophical inquiry, and deeply emotional storytelling.
Recommended Reading Order
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Set in the 21st century - a number of decades from now - The Sparrow is the story of a charismatic Jesuit priest and talented linguist, Emilio Sandoz, who - in response to a remarkable radio signal from the depths of space - leads a scientific mission to make first contact with an extraterrestrial culture.In the true tradition of Jesuit adventurers before him, Sandoz and his companions are prepared to endure isolation, suffering - even death - but nothing can prepare them for the civilisation they encounter. Or for the tragic misunderstanding that brings the mission to a devastating end. Once considered a living saint, Sandoz returns alone to Earth horrifically maimed, both physically and spiritually, the mission's sole survivor - only to be blamed for the mission's failure and accused of heinous crimes.
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Gottes Kinder. Die Fortsetzung von 'Sperling'. Science Fiction Roman. Aus d. Amerikan. v. Gisela Stege
- 685 pages
- 24 hours of reading
Faszinierende Fortsetzung von "Sperling": Der Vatikan plant eine neue Expedition zu einem fremden Planeten, um die Aliens zu missionieren. Eine atemberaubende Mischung aus Ursula K. Le Guin und Arthur C. Clarke, mehrfach preisgekrönt.
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Children of God
- 512 pages
- 18 hours of reading
From the acclaimed author of The Sparrow comes a new, extraordinarily imaginative SF novel which continues the powerful, moving story of Emilio Sandoz, the charismatic Jesuit priest who led the well-intentioned but catastrophic mission to the distant planet of Rakhat, and journeyed to the furthest reaches of the human soul. Now, in Children of God, Father Emilio Sanchoz returns and - against his will - is forced to continue his quest for the meaning, if any, of God's plan. Dazzlingly imaginative, philosophically provocative and immeasurably entertaining, Children of God is a must-read for fans of The Sparrow, and a startlingly fresh adventure for newcomers to Mary Doria Russell's special literary magic.
