With masterful poetic skill, this collection addresses urgent global issues through a blend of scientific insight, humor, and compassion. The author's love for the natural world shines through, as does a nuanced perspective on humanity, combining fascination with frustration. The work transcends mere didacticism, offering a thoughtful yet humorous outlook that infuses the themes with gentle optimism, making it both a reflective and engaging read.
Howard V. Hendrix showcases his remarkable future vision in this compelling science fiction narrative. His debut novel, Lightpaths, has garnered acclaim as a gripping portrayal of life in a space-age setting, while its sequel, Standing Wave, has been hailed for its brilliance. Both works highlight Hendrix's emerging mastery in the genre, promising readers an engaging exploration of futuristic themes and imaginative storytelling.
The narrative revolves around a mysterious light that captivates minds and leads to a flying mountaintop returning from space, intertwining with a "living fossil" fungus and the legacy of a deceased madman. As investigators delve into orbital habitats, the quest for answers becomes a race against time, with the potential to determine the fate of Earth and humanity hanging in the balance. This imaginative tale promises a thrilling exploration of interconnected mysteries and high-stakes discovery.
In a secret war waged in worlds both virtual and real, the fates of nations depend on the definitive weapon. And that weapon is knowledge—knowledge to die for. . . .The race is heating up between the U.S. and China to develop a quantum computer with infinite capabilities to crack any enemy’s codes, yet keep secure its own secrets. The government that achieves this goal will win a crucial prize. No other computer system will be safe from the reach of this master machine.Dr. Jaron Kwok was working for the U.S. government to build such a computer. But in a posh hotel in Hong Kong, a Chinese policewoman sifts through the bizarre, ashlike remains of what’s left of the doctor. With the clock ticking, alliances will be forged—and there are those who will stop at nothing to discover what the doctor knew. As the search for answers intensifies, it becomes chillingly clear that the quantum computer both sides so desperately want will be more powerful, more dangerous than anyone could have ever imagined.For in the twenty-first century, machines become gods, gods become machines, and the once-impossible now lies within reach. The key to unlimited knowledge will create the ultimate weapon of mass destruction—or humanity’s last chance to save itself. . . .From the Trade Paperback edition.
Set in a futuristic Orbital Complex, three individuals pursue their distinct goals: Roger Cortland explores virtual reality, Marissa Correa studies society, and Jhana Meniskos examines biodiversity. As the seemingly Utopian environment faces threats from corruption and corporate greed, they must unite to safeguard their projects and survival. The narrative promises an exhilarating exploration of an extraordinary habitat intertwined with complex ideas, highlighting the fragility of perfection in a high-stakes world.
