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"The Great Big Beautiful Tomorrow" presents a speculative narrative in which a transhuman teenager must decide between the allure of immortality and the intimacy of sexuality, offering readers a vivid look at future ethics and human desire. The book further enriches this theme by featuring a transcription of Doctorow’s address to the 2010 World Science Fiction Convention, where he reflects on the evolving landscape of speculative fiction. Adding depth, the collection includes an interview with the author himself, providing personal insights into his creative process and the broader implications of his ideas.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: General Fiction/General Fiction
Authors: Cory Doctorow
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