'Delivers more than almost anything else within the science fiction genre,Ender's Game is a contemporary classic'- New York Times'An affecting novel full of surprises.'- The New York Times Book Review on Ender's GameTHE HUMAN RACE FACES ANNIHILATION An alien threat is on the horizon,ready to strike. And if humanity is to be defended,the government must create the greatest military commander in history.The brilliant young Ender Wiggin is their last hope. But first he must survive the rigours of a brutal military training program - to prove that he can be the leader of all leaders.A saviour for mankind must be produced,through whatever means possible. But are they creating a hero or a monsterDiscover the bestselling,multiple award-winning classic - a groundbreaking tale of war,strategy and survival.Books by Orson Scott Card:Alvin Maker novelsSeventh SonRed ProphetPrentice AlvinAlvin JourneymanHeartfireThe Crystal CityEnder Wiggin SagaEnder's GameSpeaker for the DeadXenocideChildren of the MindEnder in ExileHomecomingThe Memory of the EarthThe Call of the EarthThe Ships of the EarthEarthfallEarthbornFirst Formic War (with Aaron Johnston)Earth UnawareEarth AfireEarth Awakens
Publisher: Little,Brown Book GroupISBN: 9780356500843Number of pages: 352Weight: 243 gDimensions: 196 x 130 x 24 mm
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Some of the most hauntingly brilliant writing of the decadeAchieves and delivers more than almost anything else within the science fiction genre,Ender's Game is a contemporary classicA gripping tale of adventure in space and a scathing indictment of the military mindCard has taken the venerable SF concepts of a superhuman and interstellar war...and,with superb characterisation,pacing and language,combined them into a seamless story of compelling powerAlmost impossible to put downAn incredible ending that knocks you sidewaysAn undeniable heavyweight...This book combines Card's quirky style with his hard ethical dilemmas and sharply drawn portraits.This is Card at the height of his very considerable powers-a major SF novel by any reasonable standard.Almost impossible to put downAn incredible ending that knocks you sideways
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