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The Long Earth is a science‑fiction story that centers on humanity’s ventures into the vastness of space and the mysteries of time. As explorers encounter remote, reclusive societies, they confront the limits of human understanding and the far‑reaching consequences of their technological advances. The novel’s themes weave together the loneliness of frontier life, the ethical dilemmas posed by temporal manipulation, and the enduring human desire for connection and discovery.
First publish date: 2012
Genre: Science Fiction/Hard Science Fiction
Authors: Terry Pratchett
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