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Originally written in 1974, Definitely Maybe is here presented in its first ever unexpurgated edition. Its protagonist, Dmitry Alekseyevich Malyanov is an astrophysicist; just as he begins to realise that he is on the verge of a revolutionary discovery worthy of a Nobel Prize, his life becomes plagued by strange events. Malyanov suspects that his discovery is in the way of someone (or something) intent on preventing the completion of his work. An explanation is proposed by Malyanov's friend: the force is the Universe's adverse reaction to mankind's scientific pursuit.
Is Definitely Maybe appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This philosophical science fiction novella explores existential questions through the lens of a scientist experiencing mysterious interference with his work. No violence, sex, or strong language, but deals with abstract cosmic concepts.
What to know going in
This book has no graphic violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include paranoia and existential dread.
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Who'll love this
Readers interested in mind-bending mysteries about the universe trying to stop scientific progress will find this thought-provoking.