Description

An alien arrives on Earth with a mission to destroy humanity, viewing our species as primitive and destructive. Assuming the identity of a Cambridge professor, he begins to unravel the complexities of human existence, finding himself unexpectedly drawn to our art, literature, and capacity for love. As his mission deadline approaches, he must confront his preconceived notions and decide whether to complete his task or embrace the very beings he was sent to eradicate. This thought-provoking novel explores themes of identity, belonging, and the often-contradictory nature of the human spirit.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Simon and Schuster

Published Jul 2, 2013

304 pages

ISBN: 9781476727912

available

The Humans

Matt Haig

paperback

Unknown

Published Jan 1, 2014

347 pages

ISBN: 9785905891359

available

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First Published

2013

Language

eng

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