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The Gripping Hand is the follow‑up to Larry Niven's acclaimed science‑fiction classic Mote in God’s Eye. Building upon the established narrative of life on other planets, this sequel delves further into human‑alien interactions and the challenges of space exploration. Fans of American science‑fiction and interstellar adventure will find the story compelling and intellectually engaging.
First publish date: 1993
Genre: Science Fiction/Space Opera
Authors: Larry Niven
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