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A Deepness in the Sky
Published 1999 by Tor Books · 606 pages
Hugo · 2000
WinnerNebula · 2000
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Vernor Vinge on these ballots
7 award entries · 5 books · 3 wins · 1985–2007
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Synopsis
Two human factions arrive at an alien star system where spider-like beings are emerging from centuries of hibernation. As the humans spy on and manipulate the aliens' developing civilization, a ruthless tyrant uses mind-control technology to enslave his own people. A prequel to A Fire Upon the Deep.
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Details
- Series
- Zones of Thought · Book 2
- Author nationality
- United States
- ISBN
- 9780312856830