Zhongguo ke huan ji shi cong shu

刘慈欣

This epic science fiction saga begins during China's Cultural Revolution, where a fateful decision sends a signal into space, reaching an alien civilization on the brink of collapse. As humanity grapples with the implications of this contact, a mysterious virtual reality game emerges, hinting at a cosmic struggle for survival. The narrative unfolds across vast stretches of time and space, exploring profound questions about humanity's place in the universe, the nature of civilization, and the ultimate fate of life itself.