By Vernor Vinge (Zones of Thought, #1)
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A Fire Upon the Deep is still incredibly relevant almost 20 years after it was published. This book explores the many possible consequences of singularities in the face of a largely uncaring and unmoved universe where the rise and fall of entire civilizations is a non-event. The book is one of the rare treats that presents an intellectual exploration of the consequences of technology and human nature while simultaneously providing a compelling tale of survival and intrigue.