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Neal Stephenson: Anathem (eBook)
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"Anathem" is a complex and philosophical science fiction novel set in a distant world where intellectuals and scientists live in secluded monasteries called "concents." The story follows Fraa Erasmas, a young avout (monk) who becomes embroiled in a series of events that lead him to question the nature of reality and the universe.
Here's a simplified summary:
Setting: The world of Arbre, where intellectuals live in seclusion in concents, studying science, philosophy, and mathematics.
Characters: Fraa Erasmas, a young avout at the concent of Saunt Edhar; Fraa Jad, Erasmas's mentor; Suur Tulia, leader of the concent; and Orolo, a brilliant mathematician.
Plot: Orolo discovers a mysterious alien object in the sky, but the mathic world dismisses his findings. He's expelled, but continues his research clandestinely. Erasmas becomes involved and learns about Orolo's discoveries.
Conflict: The arrival of the alien spacecraft, the Daban Urnud, leads to chaos. Erasmas and his companions must decipher the aliens' intentions while navigating political intrigue and power struggles.
Themes: Exploration of knowledge, truth, and the nature of reality; critique of dogma and institutionalized thinking; examination of the role of science and philosophy in society.
The story culminates in a confrontation between the avout and the outside world, challenging established beliefs and leading to revelations about the universe and humanity's place within it.
Stephenson is a strong proponent of "show don't tell" in building his worlds—and for Anathem it takes a while, but I think is very rewarding. The book itself even has a cheat sheet to get you started, but the author encourages you not to consult it.