Long Utopia

Long Utopia

Terry Pratchett & Stephen Baxter, 2016

Overview

In 2045-2059, humanity continues to expand across the Long Earth, with society evolving on both Datum Earth and beyond. Lobsang, now an elderly AI, seeks a normal life in disguise on the world 'New Springfield' with Agnes. Their presence there is guided by Sally Linsay, as the Long Earth chain becomes entangled with an alien world inhabited by voracious colonizing cyborgs known as 'silver beetles'. Elsewhere, Joshua searches for his father, uncovering a hidden history of natural steppers. Meanwhile, the super-intelligent Next are growing up and debating how to manage humanity, while one of their kind preaches unity.

Who it's for

• Fans of expansive science fiction series.
• Readers interested in themes of AI, human evolution, and alien encounters.
• Those who enjoy collaborative works by acclaimed authors.

Key features

• Language: English
• Pages: 448
• Binding: Softcover
• ISBN: 9780552169363
• Publisher: Transworld Publishers
• Year: 2016
• Part of the Long Earth series