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Name: Inconstant moon
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Author: Larry Niven

In *Inconstant Moon*, celebrated science‑fiction author Larry Niven presents a compact collection of his short stories, each delving into speculative concepts such as advanced space travel, artificial environments, and the human response to technological change. The anthology offers readers concise, imaginative tales that reflect Niven’s reputation for blending hard science with engaging narrative. Though the individual stories are brief, they collectively showcase the breadth of Niven’s thematic interests in futurism, space exploration, and the human imagination.

First publish date: 1900

Genre: General Fiction/Short Stories

Authors: Larry Niven

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