Description
When a charismatic Jesuit priest and linguist named Emilio Sandoz leads humanity's first contact mission to an alien world, the expedition begins with hope and wonder—only to end in catastrophic tragedy. Through a masterful blend of speculative fiction and philosophical inquiry, Mary Doria Russell explores how a series of small misunderstandings can unravel even the most carefully planned endeavor, forcing readers to confront profound questions about faith, communication, and the consequences of our choices. This visionary novel weaves together the perspectives of multiple characters and timelines to reveal the true nature of the mission's collapse, creating a narrative that is both intellectually challenging and deeply moving. Russell's elegant prose and complex moral landscape recall the best of classic science fiction while establishing her as a major voice in the genre. The Sparrow is a transformative work that leaves readers questioning their own assumptions about belief, prejudice, and the nature of human connection.
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paperback
Ballantine Books
Published Sep 8, 1997
530 pages
ISBN: 9780449912553
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First Published
1997
Language
en
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